Boiler Systems Subject Matter Specialist

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors seeks a senior Boiler & Turbine Systems Specialist to lead design and sizing of boiler, HRSG, turbine, and steam‑system projects for pulp & paper and industrial utilities. You will model thermal cycles, specify equipment, and guide from FEED to start‑up.

The ideal candidate brings 20+ years in industrial boiler/HRSG/turbine work, strong code knowledge, and a track record of robust, efficient steam solutions across complex facilities.

Qualifications

• 20+ years in industrial boiler/HRSG/turbine project engineering for mill utilities, power islands, or CHP.
• ASME BPVC, API 611/616, API 616, TEMA, NFPA 85 experience preferred.
• P.E. is preferred but not required; strong modeling and calculations expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead boiler, HRSG, turbine projects from FEL/FEED through start-up.
• Perform heat and mass balances, steam/water sizing, and cycle analyses.
• Create and review PFDs/P&IDs, equipment datasheets, control narratives, and commissioning plans.

Skills

Thermal cycle design

Heat & mass balances

Boiler/HRSG/turbine design

Code compliance (ASME/API)

P.E. license (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Chemical/Power Eng

P.E. preferred

Tools

Thermoflow

AFT Fathom

PIPE-FLO

Excel

Job description

What You'll Be DoingJob Scope: The Boiler & Turbine Systems Subject Matter Specialist serves as the organization’s top technical authority for industrial steam and power‑generation systems, providing expert guidance on boiler, HRSG, turbine, condenser, and steam‑system design and sizing. This role leads thermal cycle modeling, equipment specification, and system integration for both new installations and major upgrades across industrial and pulp‑and‑paper utility operations. With extensive experience in boiler and turbine projects—and preferably OEM exposure—the specialist ensures robust, efficient, and reliable power‑and‑steam solutions across the facility.Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:Extensive boiler and turbine projects experience across FEL/FEED through detail design and start‑up support (cogeneration/CHP, new installs, retrofits, and debottlenecking).Proven ability to perform and stamp/lead core calculations and deliverables: heat & mass balances, Rankine/Brayton/combined‑cycle analysis, steam/water balances, duty/flow/pressure sizing for boilers, HRSGs (single/multi‑pressure, with/without duct firing), steam turbines (backpressure & condensing), gas turbines integration, and condenser selection/sizing (duty, approach, vacuum, CW options, air‑cooled vs. water‑cooled).Steam system design & controls: header configuration and pressure‑level strategy, letdown/PRV stations, desuperheating/attemperation, bypass/relief and PSV sizing, condensate return, DA/feedwater systems, and overall mill steam stability and turndown.Creation/review of PFDs/P&IDs, equipment datasheets/specs, control narratives, and commissioning plans; vendor bid technical evaluations and lifecycle cost comparisons.Ideal BackgroundEducation: B.S. in Mechanical, Chemical, or Power Engineering; P.E. is preferred but not required.Experience: 20+ years in industrial boiler/HRSG/turbine project engineering for mill utilities, power islands, or CHP.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Codes/standards and typical methods: ASME BPVC Section I, ASME B31.1, HEI condenser standards, API 611/612, API 616, TEMA, NFPA 85, and ISA valve/control practices.Strong working knowledge of Thermoflow (e.g., THERMOFLEX/GT PRO/STEAM PRO), or equivalent cycle modeling tools; familiarity with AFT Fathom/Arrow or PIPE‑FLO for hydraulic calculations; proficiency with Excel‑based sizing sheets and data reconciliation.Practical integration on pulp & paper power islands and mill utility systems (e.g., steam ties to paper machines, recovery/power boiler interfaces, load swings, islanding strategies, and balance‑of‑plant impacts).Physical Requirements:Ability to lift and carry in excess of 25 lbs.Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of timeHargrove CultureWe 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 StatementHargrove 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.