Instrument Engineer

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Matching retirement contributions

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors seeks an Electrical Engineer to perform routine electrical and instrumentation design under supervision. You will help develop layouts, prepare installation details, and assist with conductor sizing and lighting calculations.

Collaborative teamwork with cross-disciplinary teams is essential, with opportunities to grow toward professional registration. The role emphasizes adherence to NEC and CAD drafting standards, with potential for growth in a 100%

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• EIT registration strongly preferred; Professional Engineering registration preferred upon eligibility.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant industrial experience in electrical and instrumentation engineering.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine design of electrical and instrumentation engineering assignments under supervision.
• Assist in the design of larger, more complex electrical and instrumentation tasks.
• Produce installation details, MCC single lines, electrical room layouts, and grounding plans.
• Develop conceptual layouts and cost studies to identify efficient solutions.
• Prepare preliminary designs and material take-offs for estimates.
• Check vendor drawings for electrical/instrumentation input.
• Coordinate with design leaders from other disciplines to ensure timely project completion.

Skills

NEC knowledge

CAD drafting standards

Lighting calculations

Wire sizing

Voltage drop calculations

Conduit routing

Cable tray routing

Technical documentation

MS Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

What You'll Be DoingJob Scope: Generally responsible for performing routine design of less complex engineering assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. This level is expected to assist in the design of larger and more complex electrical and instrumentation engineering assignments. This work will be performed under close supervision.Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:Familiarity with and utilizing department design and drafting standards.Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.On-site assistance during startup.Produce installation details, motor control center single lines, electric room layouts, motor control elementaries, connection diagrams, cable schedules, control panel layouts and grounding, lighting, power and instrumentation plans under general supervision.Developing conceptual layouts and cost studies as necessary to determine the simplest, most efficient approach to solving engineering tasks at hand.Producing estimate level preliminary designs and material take-offs suitable for the level of the estimate being performed on a project.Producing detail design calculations and sketches for materials of construction associated with the project. Calculations produced will be neatly prepared and organized for efficient checking by others and efficient use by drafters/designers for preparing drawings and as a deliverable when required.Assisting the drafting group in resolving routine layout and detailing problems.Consulting with design leaders from other disciplines to ensure the smooth flow of vital information necessary for the scheduled completion of the project.Reviewing and checking vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for electrical/instrumentation input.This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.Ideal BackgroundEducation: Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university is required.Registration: Engineer in Training (EIT) registration is strongly preferred. Professional Engineering registration is preferred upon eligibility.Experience: This position requires a minimum 1 year of relevant industrial experience in electrical and instrumentation engineering.Required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge and application of the current version of the National Electrical Code (NEC).Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.Ability to perform lighting level calculations.Ability to size wire, conduit and overcurrent protection for both lighting and power applications.Ability to perform voltage drop calculations.Ability to route conduit and cable tray.Ability to calculate tray and conduit fill.Working knowledge of CAD software, either AutoCAD, Microstation or both.Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.Good presentation skills.Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships are developed and able to provide interoffice execution support with close supervision.Physical RequirementsAbility to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.Hargrove 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.