Mechanical/Piping Designer I

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors in Decatur, AL is seeking a Mechanical/Piping Drafter to perform routine design and assist in larger projects under close supervision. The role involves drafting piping drawings from sketches, supporting field design to verify conditions, and preparing material take-offs.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and an associate degree in Engineering Technology or CAD.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft piping drawings from sketches and engineering information.
• Assist in field design to assess conditions and communicate with client personnel.
• Prepare material take-offs from piping drawings.
• Recognize and communicate changes in scope and design.
• Provide on-site assistance during startup.

Skills

2D AutoCAD

Microstation

P&ID drafting

MS Word/Excel

Verbal & written communication

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or CAD

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Decatur, AL

Full time

2026-001109

What You'll Be Doing

Job 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 mechanical/piping 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.
• Accomplishing the drafting and design activities in developing piping drawings from sketches and engineering information.
• Assisting in accomplishing field design work to ascertain current conditions, locate new systems, communicate with client personnel and assist in construction.
• Preparing material take-offs from piping drawings.
• Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.
• On-site assistance during startup.

Ideal Background

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent is 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 mechanical/piping drafting and design.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge and application of piping materials in respect to drafting.
• Drafting of utility and process piping drawings, P&ID's and GA's.
• Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
• Working knowledge of 2D AutoCAD and Microstation.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• 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 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.

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.

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.