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Hargrove

End-to-end event strategy, design, fabrication

CAD Operator

Full-TimePosted on 8/18/2026
No salary listed
Mid
Associate's
Richmond, VA, USA
In PersonThe selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
Mechanical EngineeringDesign Engineering

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 mechanical and piping drafting and design is required.
  • Knowledge and application of piping materials, piping supports, restraints, and manual valve sizing is required.
  • Experience designing less complex process and utility piping systems and performing piping-system flexibility analysis is required.
  • Experience drafting piping and instrumentation diagrams and general arrangement drawings is required.
  • Experience designing piping arrangements for equipment and inline instrumentation, including pump suctions and discharges, tanks, and control valve stations, is required.
  • Familiarity with construction bulk-material and equipment specifications and installation details is required.
  • Ability to create accurate mechanical and piping installation documents from vendor equipment drawings is required.
  • Knowledge of workflow and information flow between disciplines, schedule constraints, information requirements, and mechanical and piping deliverables is required.
  • Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks is required.
  • Knowledge and application of company engineering design and computer-aided design drafting standards is required.
  • Working knowledge of 2D AutoCAD and MicroStation is required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is required.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Good presentation skills are required.
  • Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time is required.
  • The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
Responsibilities
  • Perform all aspects of complete mechanical and piping assignment designs using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods.
  • Assist in designing larger and more complex mechanical and piping assignments under general supervision.
  • Apply department design and drafting standards.
  • Review project scope, specifications, and design criteria when assigned to a project task team.
  • Develop moderately complex piping drawings from basic information such as piping and instrumentation diagrams, general arrangement drawings, piping specifications, and equipment drawings.
  • Perform field design work to ascertain current conditions, locate new systems, communicate with client personnel, and assist in construction.
  • Prepare material take-offs from piping drawings.
  • Plan and manage site design activities for optimum results.
  • Recognize and promptly communicate scope and design changes.
  • Provide on-site assistance during startup.
  • Develop virtual team skills and cross-divisional relationships and provide interoffice execution support under general supervision.

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.

Generational Wealth Advisors (GWA), the wealth management team within Generational Group (GG), a leading middle market investment bank for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce a new strategic relationship with the Hargrove Firm, Estate and Trust Attorneys (Hargrove).

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