Instrumentation Designer

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors; St. Gabriel (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Matching retirement contributions

401(k)

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors in Louisiana is seeking an Electrical/Instrumentation Drafter to design less complex electrical and instrumentation systems under supervision. You will draft installation details, MCC single lines, lighting, power, and control panel layouts, and support startup activities.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of industrial drafting experience, familiarity with NEC, AutoCAD and MicroStation, and proficiency with Word, Excel and Outlook.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with the NEC and project specs.

Responsibilities

• Draft installation details, MCC single lines, electric room layouts, motor control diagrams, connection diagrams, cable schedules, control panel layouts and grounding, lighting, power and instrumentation plans.

Skills

NEC knowledge

CAD drafting standards

Lighting/voltage drop calcs

Conduit/cable tray sizing

MCC loading calculations

Conduit routing

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

AutoCAD

Microstation

Communication & teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or CAD

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

CAD drafting standards

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

What You'll Be DoingJob Scope: Generally responsible for performing routine design of less complex design 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 assignments. This work will be performed under close supervision.Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:Familiarity with and utilization of department design and drafting standards.Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project team.Drafting installation details, motor control center single lines, electric room layouts, motor control elementary diagrams, connection diagrams, cable schedules, control panel layouts and grounding, lighting, power and instrumentation plans.Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.Providing on-site assistance during startup.This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.Ideal BackgroundEducation: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting is preferred.Certification: Certification is not required at this level.Experience: This position requires 2+ years of relevant industrial experience in electrical and instrumentation drafting and design.Required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesFamiliarity with the current version of the National Electrical Code (NEC).Familiarity with specifications and installation details of construction bulk materials and equipment.Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.Ability to perform lighting level and voltage drop calculations.Ability to size wire, conduit and overcurrent protection for both lighting and power applications.Ability to determine motor control center loading.Ability to route conduit and cable tray and calculate tray and conduit fill.Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.Proficient in the use of 2D AutoCAD and Microstation.Good communication skills, both verbal and written.Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships continue to develop, and providing interoffice execution support under 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.