Electrical & Instrumentation Designer

Who We Are

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 Teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.

Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.

Work-life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope: Generally responsible for performing all aspects for complete design of electrical/instrumentation assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. This level is expected to assist in the design of larger and more complex electrical/instrumentation assignments. This work will be performed under general supervision at an industrial facility in Front Royal, VA.  

For reference, the Front Royal, VA area is nearby:

• Winchester, VA (25 miles)

• Leesburg, VA (45 miles)

• Fredericksburg, VA (71 miles)

• Washington, DC (78 miles)

This position is a full-time, long-term opportunity as a part of a Hargrove's Technical Services team providing a "One Team" culture. This role offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Completing Electrical & Instrumentation Designs for Project Team Lead’s (PTLs)

• Designing and developing electrical circuit and system layouts for electric power distribution.

• Designing and developing process control loops, including loop diagrams and schematics.

• Work within a team of document control personnel in-charged to identify and organize facility maintenance drawings.

• Developing and enhancing new and current circuit solutions.

• Forecasting electrical & control panel costs.

• Preparing specifications and test requirements documents.

• Prepare and issue various electrical and instrumentation packages (Issue for Bid/Review/Construction)

• Ensure that electrical and process control systems work effectively, safely, and in an environmentally friendly way.

• Completing administrative duties and delivering high-quality customer service, such as consulting with clients, scheduling appointments, and managing paperwork.

• Provide support during the initial design phase.

• Diagnosing electrical and process control issues by reading diagrams and blueprints.

• Identifying and mitigating safety hazards, code violations and other electrical issues.

• Organizing and maintaining electrical blueprints, diagrams, and other design documents.

Ideal Background

Education: Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting is preferred. Additional experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Experience: This position requires 5+ years of relevant industrial experience in electrical and instrumentation drafting and design.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Performs all duties in a safe working manner, following all safety policies and procedures.

• Stay current with electrical code.

• Onboarding and training helper and apprentice electricians and organizing workflow.

• Autodesk CAD & Vault experience required

• Knowledge of NFPA 70E required; knowledge of NFPA 497/499 preferred

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Ability to self-manage and adapt quickly to changing demands.

• Ability to operate safely and within site guidelines.

• Knowledge of function-specific information systems

• Ability to kneel, squat, bend, crawl, reach, and negotiate small spaces.

• Ability to work OT as needed.

• Effectively communicate both verbally and written with operators, engineers, vendors, and leadership.

•  Client relationship management.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time..

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Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. 

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.