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Hargrove

End-to-end event strategy, design, fabrication

Civil Structural Designer 4

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/4/2026
No salary listed
Mid
Associate's
Kingsport, TN, USA
In PersonOn-site presence in Kingsport is required. Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 may be offered if your primary residence is more than 75 miles from the site.

About the job

Requirements
  • An associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting is required.
  • At least 4 years of relevant industrial experience in civil/structural drafting and design.
  • Knowledge and application of AISC and ACI standard details, including the ability to produce drawings for concrete and structural steel, and/or civil disciplines.
  • Familiarity with specifications and installation details of construction bulk materials and equipment.
  • Knowledge and application of company engineering design and computer-aided drafting standards.
  • Ability to create accurate civil/structural construction documents using information from vendor equipment drawings.
  • Knowledge and understanding of work and information flow between disciplines.
  • Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for producing all civil/structural deliverables.
  • Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
  • Ability to develop a construction cost estimate, a detailed engineering schedule, and a man-hour budget for a small project or an area of a larger project, with engineering review and approval.
  • Ability to lead a small team to deliver on commitments.
  • Ability to deliver presentations about Hargrove Engineers + Constructors services.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good presentation skills.
  • Developed virtual team skills and cross-divisional relationships, and ability to provide interoffice execution support under general supervision; interoffice execution leadership skills are developing.
  • Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Responsibilities
  • Familiarize yourself with and utilize department design and drafting standards.
  • Recognize and communicate project scope, specifications, and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.
  • Review and understand the latest available civil/structural calculations, equipment drawings and layouts, and drawings from other disciplines before beginning design work on specific drawings.
  • Draft civil/structural plans under minimal supervision.
  • Apply knowledge of basic civil material specifications so that finished drawings include all information needed for material purchase, fabrication, and construction.
  • Recognize and promptly communicate scope and design changes.
  • Perform field work to collect design information and verify designs for tie-ins, function, and clearances at existing facilities.
  • Provide on-site assistance during startup.
  • Perform assigned field support activities for engineering support during construction.
  • Assist engineers with cost and material estimates and preliminary design studies.
  • When assigned, check the accuracy and quality of drawings developed by drafters against engineering direction, equipment drawings, and discipline drawings.
  • Provide technical guidance to less experienced drafting personnel in the department.
  • Coordinate and delegate work activities with teammates and discipline leads.
  • Produce civil/structural construction scopes with engineering review and approval.
  • Serve as a mentor for entry-level and new teammates.

About the company

Hargrove provides end-to-end event production services, covering strategy, creative development, fabrication, and production for live events, exhibits, expos, and experiences. Its product is a full-service event program that guides a client from concept through execution, using a coordinated team to plan, design, build, and stage experiences. The company differentiates itself through its long history (80 years), a customer-first approach, and a turnkey capability that integrates strategy, design, fabrication, and on-site production under one roof, reducing the need for multiple vendors. Its goal is to deliver high-impact, results-driven experiences that meet clients’ objectives and create measurable value for their audiences.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Lanham, West Virginia

Founded

1946

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What believers are saying

  • Hargrove launched Equipment Solutions in January 2026, expanding cross-sell into fabrication.
  • In May 2026, Hargrove won an FEL-1 critical minerals study, opening growth.
  • Business Alabama named Ralph Hargrove 2026 CEO of the Year, boosting recruiting credibility.

What critics are saying

  • Hargrove still depends on cyclical industrial capex, especially chemicals and refining spending.
  • New competitors like Blue Planet Systems can displace Hargrove on lower-carbon project design.
  • A major project failure or safety incident could damage trust across 19-plus offices.

What makes Hargrove unique

  • Hargrove is 100% employee-owned, aligning retention with project delivery discipline.
  • It combines EPCm, controls, automation, and fabrication through Hargrove Equipment Solutions.
  • Its 2026 reputation spans chemicals, refining, life sciences, and critical minerals.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Work Hours

Company News

Business Wire
Sep 23rd, 2021
Generational Wealth Advisors partners with Hargrove Inc.

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