I & E Construction Specialist

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors; New Johnsonville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors seeks an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Construction Field Specialist to support commissioning and construction activities at a large industrial facility in New Johnsonville, TN. This long-term role offers exposure to complex systems and a strong team culture within a 100% teammate-owned EPC firm.

You will coordinate with engineering, construction, and maintenance teams, take ownership of commissioning success, and contribute to safe, efficient

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in industrial construction coordination, commissioning, or E&I field support.
• Hands-on experience with electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering documents and specifications.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in an active industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute electrical and instrumentation commissioning plans.
• Coordinate commissioning documentation across multiple projects.
• Work with process instrumentation including pressure, flow, level, analytical instruments, control valves, MCCs, motors, and control systems.
• Perform and document instrument calibration activities.
• Support FATs with OEMs and ensure testing per design specs.
• Identify and resolve field issues during commissioning and startup.
• Communicate progress, risks, and status updates to project stakeholders.
• Assist in estimating manpower and schedule requirements for commissioning.
• Interface with Engineers, Construction, Maintenance, Project Managers, and site leadership.

Skills

Electrical systems

Instrumentation systems

Field coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor or Master in Construction Science / Building Science or related field

Job description

Hargrove is seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Construction Field Specialist to support commissioning and construction activities at a large industrial facility in New Johnsonville, TN. This is a long-term role offering exposure to complex industrial systems, strong team culture, and competitive compensation within a 100% teammate-owned EPC firm.If you enjoy being hands-on in the field, coordinating with engineering, construction, and maintenance teams, and taking ownership of commissioning success, this role offers meaningful responsibility and career growth.For reference, the New Johnsonville, TN area is located nearby:Waverly, TN (13 miles)Paris, TN (33 miles)Jackson, TN (69 miles)Franklin, TN (72 miles)Columbia, TN (79 miles)Nashville, TN (88 miles)Memphis, TN (151 miles)What You’ll Be DoingThis role will support electrical and instrumentation commissioning and construction coordination for industrial projects. Working under general supervision, you will serve as a key bridge between engineering, construction, and operations teams.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport development and execution of electrical and instrumentation commissioning plansCoordinate commissioning documentation across multiple projectsWork with process instrumentation including: Pressure, flow, level, analytical instruments, control valves, MCCs, motors, and control systems.Perform and document instrument calibration activitiesSupport and document Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) with OEMsVerify systems are tested in accordance with Design specification, Company engineering practices, and Industry standardsIdentify and help resolve field issues during commissioning and startupCommunicate progress, risks, and status updates to project stakeholdersAssist in estimating manpower and schedule requirements for commissioning activitiesInterface effectively with Engineers, Construction, Maintenance, Project Managers, and site leadership.Required Qualifications5+ years of experience in industrial construction coordination, commissioning, or E&I field support.Hands-on experience with electrical and instrumentation systemsStrong understanding of industrial commissioning processesAbility to read and interpret engineering documents and specificationsExcellent communication and organizational skillsComfortable working in an active industrial environmentPreferred QualificationsBachelor or Master of Science degree in Construction Science, Building Science or related field from an accredited university is preferred, but not requiredExperience supporting power generation, manufacturing, chemical, or process facilitiesOEM FAT participation and commissioning documentation experienceExperience coordinating across multi-discipline EPC project teamsWork Environment & Physical RequirementsOn-site industrial facility in New Johnsonville, TNAbility to walk, stand, and work in outdoor conditions (hot/cold climates)Ability to wear required PPE including FR clothing, hard hat, safety glasses, and hearing protection37134Hargrove 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.