Process Engineer I

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Personal paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors in Mobile, AL seeks an entry‑level process design engineer with a strong foundation in chemical, mechanical, biochemical, or petroleum engineering. You will work on routine designs under supervision, develop conceptual layouts and cost estimates, and produce detailed design calculations for construction.

The role emphasizes safe practices, cross‑disciplinary collaboration, and travel for site work or meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Chemical, Mechanical, Biochemical, or Petroleum Engineering required.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) registration strongly preferred.
• Up to 1 year of relevant industrial experience in process design engineering.
• Basic knowledge of chemical/biochemical process design and related software.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine designs of less complex engineering assignments under direct supervision.
• Develop conceptual layouts and cost studies for efficient approaches.
• Produce estimate-level preliminary designs and material take-offs.
• Create detail design calculations and sketches for construction materials.
• Ensure designs use construction materials efficiently and meet client expectations.
• Assist in resolving routine layout and detailing problems with design teams.
• Coordinate with design leaders from other disciplines for information flow.
• Travel as required for on-site work, meetings, or training.

Skills

Communication (verbal)

Communication (written)

Team collaboration

Safety culture awareness

Education

Bachelor or MS in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor or MS in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor or MS in Biochemical Engineering

Bachelor or MS in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

What You'll Be DoingJob Scope: Generally responsible for performing routine designs of less complex engineering assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. This work will be performed under direct supervision.Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:Promoting the culture of working safely and applying safety related concepts into process design.Familiarity with and utilizing department standards, procedures, and guidelines.Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.Assisting in developing conceptual layouts and cost studies as necessary to determine the simplest, most efficient approach to solving engineering tasks at hand.Assisting in producing estimate level preliminary designs and material take-offs suitable for the level of the estimate being performed on a project.Assisting in 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 designers for preparing drawings and as a deliverable when required.Assisting in producing designs with efficient use of construction materials with an overall emphasis on ease of construction and completed product meeting the expectations of the client.Assisting the design groups 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.Willing to travel as required for on-site work, project meetings, or training opportunities.Ideal BackgroundEducation: Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Biochemical, or Petroleum Engineering from an accredited university is required.Registration: Engineer in Training (EIT) registration is strongly preferred.Experience: This position requires up to 1 year of relevant industrial experience in chemical, petroleum or biochemical process design engineering.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Basic knowledge of chemical/biochemical process design engineering and chemical/biochemical process computer programs.Working knowledge of CAD software preferred, either AutoCAD and/or Microstation.Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. - Good communication skills, both verbal and written.Developing virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships, and supporting interoffice execution with direct supervision.Physical Requirements:Ability 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.