Area Team E&I Engineer

Hargrove & Associates Inc.; Louisiana, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hargrove & Associates Inc. seeks an experienced engineer to provide project management and E&I technical services for refinery operations. You will oversee small capital/expense projects, manage multiple assignments, and ensure safety, cost effectiveness, and regulatory compliance across the project life cycle.

Ideal candidates hold a ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering, PE and PMP are preferred, with 3+ years of relevant experience in engineering and project management.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Professional Engineering and PMP registration preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in engineering and project management.

Responsibilities

• Apply project management across engineering from concept to closeout.
• Manage multiple projects safely and cost-effectively.
• Ensure MOC, PSI, and mechanical integrity documentation compliance.
• Coordinate with external consultants and in-house designers.

Skills

Process measurement & control

Instrument equipment

SIS design

Electrical area classification

MOC processes

Industry standards (NFPA ISA IEEE NEMA

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Job description

What You'll Be Doing Job Scope

We are seeking a motivated, team-oriented individual to provide project management and E&I technical engineering services for a refinery process operations team. Projects include small capital and expense projects needed to properly maintain and optimize existing operating units. Projects typically range in size from $20,000 - $5,000,000. Management of multiple projects concurrently is required.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Applying project management skills in all phases of project engineering from conception to closeout.
• Managing multiple projects and assignments in a timely, safe, and cost-effective manner.
• Ensures compliance with Management of Change (MOC), Process Safety Information (PSI), and mechanical integrity documentation.
• Coordinates with external engineering consultants and designers to complete projects and studies cost-effectively.
• Defining scope, developing cost estimates and schedules, and securing funding approval from management for small capital and expense projects.
• Coordinating project specific work with in-house designers and outside engineering contractors.
• Developing and reviewing construction packages to ensure new installations meet MPC and all applicable industry codes and standards.
• Specifying and purchasing of electrical/instrument engineered material for assigned projects.
• Providing field construction support and final project installation sign-off.
• Conferring with management and project stakeholders throughout a project life cycle Interacting daily with project team members developing and executing project objectives.
• Providing E&I technical support on multi-discipline projects.
• Providing E&I support, critical thinking, and troubleshooting skills for refinery process operations teams.
• Participating in area HAZOP and LOPA reviews and incident investigations.
• Providing E&I assistance to the Area Teams during process unit Turnarounds

Ideal Background Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (accredited by ABET) is required.

Registration

Professional Engineering and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) registration is highly preferred.

Experience

This position requires 3+ years of relevant experience in engineering and project management.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with process measurement and control, instrument equipment, safety instrumented system (SIS) design, electrical area classification, management of change (MOC) processes, and industry standards (NFPA, ISA, IEEE, NEMA, API, etc.).
• Strong organizing, planning, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• With the ability to manage competing priorities in dynamic refining environment.

Physical Requirements

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

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.

Community & Recognition

Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others. 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. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the “Best Firms to Work For” by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama. We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization. Stay informed about new opportunities that are relevant to your profile.