Electrical Engineer

Job Scope

Generally be responsible for performing all front‑end phase electrical load studies, ETAP modeling, specification reviews for switchgears and transformers, etc., using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. This work will be performed under general supervision.

Primary Responsibilities

• Utilize department design and drafting standards.
• Understand project scope, specifications and design criteria when assigned to a project task team.
• Recognize and communicate scope and design changes promptly.
• Provide on‑site assistance during startup.
• Produce estimate‑level preliminary designs and material take‑offs suitable for the estimate being performed.
• Produce detailed design calculations and sketches for materials of construction; ensure calculations are neatly prepared for efficient checking and drafting.
• Design with efficient use of construction materials, emphasizing ease of construction and client expectations.
• Check calculations made by other engineers for accuracy, code conformance, specifications, design criteria, and good engineering practice.
• Assist the drafting group in resolving routine layout and detailing problems, furnishing sufficient sketches and details for engineering drawings.
• Consult with design leaders from other disciplines to ensure smooth flow of vital information for scheduled project completion.
• Advise senior engineers concerning identified design or scope changes.
• Assist other engineers in developing and assembling scopes, drawings, and specifications into packages for procurement or subcontract pricing.
• Review and check vendor and other discipline drawings for electrical/instrumentation input.
• Develop construction specifications.
• Review fabrication drawings and construction submittals for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform fieldwork to gather data, check tie‑ins, and provide construction support.
• Provide technical guidance to less‑experienced drafting and engineering personnel.
• Apply advanced engineering techniques and analysis to complex designs.
• Produce installation details, motor control center single lines, electric room layouts, motor control schematics, connection diagrams, cable schedules, control panel layouts, grounding, lighting, power, and instrumentation plans.
• Develop conceptual layouts and cost studies to determine the most efficient engineering approach.
• Create small work‑sharing packages for inter‑office execution support.

Ideal Background

• Education: Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university (required).
• Registration: Professional Engineering (PE) registration is highly preferred.
• Experience: 3+ years of relevant industrial experience in electrical and instrumentation engineering.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and application of the current version of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Familiarity with specifications and installation details of construction bulk materials and equipment.
• Ability to perform lighting level calculations.
• Ability to size wire, conduit, and over‑current protection for lighting and power applications.
• Ability to perform voltage drop calculations.
• Ability to route conduit and cable tray, and calculate tray and conduit fill.
• Ability to determine motor control center loading.
• Ability to create accurate electrical installation documents from vendor equipment drawings.
• Ability to determine load center unit substation loading (Instrumentation).
• Ability to size control valves using appropriate software (Instrumentation).
• Ability to develop specifications and data sheets for instrumentation, analyzers, control systems, and actuated valves (Instrumentation).
• Familiarity with instrumentation and controls standards (ISA).
• Ability to develop equipment specifications for motor control centers, variable frequency drives, induction and synchronous motors, and load center unit substations.
• Understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for producing all electrical deliverables.
• Ability to develop construction cost estimates, detailed engineering schedules, and man‑hour budgets for small projects or project areas.
• Ability to determine construction material quantities.
• Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
• Working knowledge of CAD software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, or both).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong presentation abilities.
• Virtual team skills and ability to develop cross‑divisional relationships to provide inter‑office execution support under general supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision).
• Life and disability insurance.
• Matching retirement contributions (401 k).
• Additional benefits available to eligible teammates.

Culture

Hargrove fosters an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality,” where each person understands the value of their contributions on projects and company‑wide. Safety is a core focus, protecting the well‑being of everyone involved. As a 100 % teammate‑owned company, Hargrove emphasizes expertise, passion, and collaboration to exceed client needs worldwide.