Discipline Lead - Electrical Engineer

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors is seeking a Lead Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer to provide technical leadership and full discipline delivery for industrial projects. This role covers scope, schedule, budget, and quality of all E&I deliverables while guiding engineers and designers as the technical authority.

The ideal candidate has hands-on E&I expertise with strong project controls, leadership, and client communication, and must hold a Louisiana PE license.

Qualifications

• Louisiana PE license is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Electrical & Instrumentation discipline, providing technical direction to engineers and designers.
• Plan, organize, and communicate work execution strategies to project teams, leadership, and clients.
• Develop and validate professional services and construction estimates; monitor changes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and review medium‑voltage (up to 15kV) power systems, including single‑line diagrams and protection requirements.
• Review, check, and approve all electrical and instrumentation deliverables.
• Mentor and develop engineers and designers through coaching, training, and professional development initiatives.

Education

Louisiana Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

What You'll Be Doing

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors is seeking a Lead Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer to provide technical leadership and full discipline delivery for industrial projects. This role is responsible for scope, schedule, budget, and quality of all Electrical and Instrumentation deliverables while leading engineers and designers and serving as a technical authority on complex engineering assignments.

The ideal candidate is an experienced industrial E&I professional who combines hands‑on technical expertise with strong project controls, leadership, and client communication skills. A Louisiana Professional Engineer (PE) degree is required.

This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA and requires in person presence. Sorry, no remote or Hybrid schedules.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Project Controls

• Lead and supervise the Electrical & Instrumentation discipline, providing technical direction to engineers and designers.
• Plan, organize, and communicate work execution strategies to project teams, leadership, and clients.
• Delegate work based on skill and experience, providing ongoing guidance to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Track and manage discipline budgets, schedules, staffing plans, and deliverables using established project controls.
• Develop and validate professional services and construction estimates; monitor changes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify scope changes and initiate change notices impacting schedule, cost, or deliverables.
• Support proposal development and business development efforts through estimating and technical input.

Technical Design & Engineering

• Establish electrical and instrumentation design criteria in accordance with client requirements, project scope, and applicable codes and standards.
• Produce estimate‑level designs, material take‑offs, conceptual layouts, and cost studies.
• Prepare and review detailed design calculations, sketches, and specifications.
• Design systems with a focus on constructability, cost efficiency, and long‑term reliability.
• Develop and review medium‑voltage (up to 15kV) power systems, including single‑line diagrams and protection requirements.
• Ensure permitting requirements are identified and communicated to the project team.

Quality, Deliverables & Coordination

• Review, check, and approve all electrical and instrumentation deliverables.
• Verify calculations for accuracy, NEC compliance, and engineering best practices.
• Coordinate closely with other engineering disciplines to resolve design and constructability issues.
• Review vendor drawings and integrate electrical/instrumentation requirements.
• Prepare bid packages and technical documentation for procurement.

People Development & Worksharing

• Mentor and develop engineers and designers through coaching, training, and professional development initiatives.
• Identify and manage interoffice worksharing opportunities to optimize resources and execution.
• Promote strong communication and collaboration across distributed project teams.

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.

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.

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