E/I Designer IV

Hargrove and Associates, Inc; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Personal paid time off

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Hargrove and Associates, Inc seeks a Mid-Level Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Design Support professional to assist with maintenance, reliability, turnaround and capital projects at our Port Arthur site, with periodic travel to Orange, TX.

You will develop and revise electrical and instrumentation drawings, instrument loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts, and provide field verification and construction support.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred.
• 4+ years of relevant industrial experience in electrical and instrumentation drafting and design.
• Strong knowledge of field construction practices and ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and maintain electrical and instrumentation design documentation.
• Prepare and revise instrument loop drawings, wiring diagrams, installation details, one‑line diagrams, control system drawings, cable schedules, junction box drawings, and panel layouts.
• Provide E&I design and drafting support for capital projects and turnaround activities.

Skills

Electrical & Instrumentation drafting

AutoCAD

SmartPlant Instrumentation

Reading drawings

Field verification

Construction practices

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or CAD

Tools

AutoCAD

SmartPlant Instrumentation

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing Job Scope: We are seeking qualified candidates to provide Mid-Level Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Design Support for ongoing maintenance, reliability, turnaround, and capital project activities within an operating industrial facility. This position will work as part of the site engineering and project execution team, providing design, drafting, field verification, and construction support services. This position will provide E&I design and project support for STCC sites in both Port Arthur and Orange, Texas. The contractor will be primarily office‑based in Port Arthur; however, periodic travel to the Orange site will be required to support field walkdowns, MOC and PSSR activities, design verification, construction support, and other project‑related activities as needed.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

E&I Design & Drafting Support

Develop, modify, and maintain electrical and instrumentation design documentation. Prepare and revise instrument loop drawings, wiring diagrams, installation details, one‑line diagrams, control system drawings, cable schedules, junction box drawings, and panel layouts. Prepare engineering drawing packages supporting maintenance, reliability, and capital projects. Provide E&I design and drafting support for larger capital projects and turnaround activities. Ensure compliance with site standards, codes, and drafting practices.

Field Verification & Technical Support

Perform field walkdowns to verify existing conditions and collect design data. Coordinate with operations and maintenance personnel to ensure design accuracy and constructability.

MOC & PSSR Support

Support MOC activities through documentation updates and field verification. Participate in PSSR walkdowns and document deficiencies and corrective actions.

As-Built Documentation Management

Review and process construction redline markups. Prepare and maintain accurate as‑built drawings.

Construction & Project Support

Develop construction work packages and installation documentation. Support project execution, contractor coordination, turnover, and closeout activities.

Ideal Background Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer‑Aided Drafting is preferred.

Certification

Certification is not required at this level.

Experience

This position requires 4+ years of relevant industrial experience in electrical and instrumentation drafting and design.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong knowledge of electrical and instrumentation field construction practices. Proven ability to read, interpret, and mark up engineering design drawings. Technical degree, trade certification, or equivalent field experience. SmartPlant Instrumentation. Experience in refineries, chemical plants, power generation, or other industrial facilities. Commissioning and start‑up support experience. Familiarity with document control and construction management systems. AutoCAD. Experience producing redline and as‑built drawings from field observations. Working knowledge of electrical codes and standards (NEC, ISA, IEEE, or equivalent). Ability to work effectively in active industrial construction environments. Strong communication and documentation skills.

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.

• paid holidays
• personal paid time off
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• disability insurance
• 401(k)
• 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. Stay informed about new opportunities that are relevant to your profile.