Sr Instrument Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer to lead the technical execution of complex industrial projects from concept development through construction support and startup. This role is responsible for the design, analysis, specification, and implementation of electrical power distribution and instrumentation systems, while serving as the primary technical resource for assigned projects. The position requires strong technical leadership and project coordination skills but is primarily focused on engineering excellence and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of electrical and instrumentation systems for industrial facilities.
• Prepare electrical and instrumentation engineering deliverables including:
  • One-line diagrams
  • MCC single lines and elementary diagrams
  • Cable schedules
  • Electrical room layouts
  • Control panel layouts
  • Grounding, lighting, power, and instrumentation plans
• Develop specifications for:
  • 15kV/5kV switchgear and power systems
  • MCCs and VFDs
  • Motors and substations
  • Instrumentation and control systems
• Perform electrical engineering calculations including:
  • Voltage drop
  • Short circuit
  • Conduit and cable tray sizing
  • Lighting calculations
  • Load studies
• Develop conceptual designs, construction packages, cost estimates, and material take-offs.
• Review vendor drawings, fabrication packages, and construction submittals.
• Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Coordinate with process, mechanical, civil, structural, and project management teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers and provide technical guidance on project execution.
• Support project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and quality assurance efforts.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.

Experience

• 6+ years of industrial electrical and instrumentation engineering experience.
• Experience supporting projects in chemical, petrochemical, refining, manufacturing, energy, or similar industrial environments.

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge and application of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Experience with medium-voltage power systems (15kV/5kV).
• Ability to develop electrical installation packages and construction specifications.
• Experience with:
  • MCCs
  • VFDs
  • Switchgear
  • Motors
  • Unit substations
  • PLC, HMI, and DCS platforms
• Understanding of ISA instrumentation standards and control systems.
• Ability to develop control narratives, instrumentation specifications, and datasheets.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• Experience serving as Engineer of Record.
• Strong background in electrical power distribution and instrumentation design for industrial facilities.
• Experience leading discipline execution on multidisciplinary engineering projects.

Why Join Us

• Work on complex industrial projects from concept through startup.
• Serve as a key technical leader within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Apply advanced electrical and instrumentation engineering expertise on challenging capital projects.

Pay

Below is the range that we in good faith believe is the potential compensation for this role at the time of this posting and is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Hargrove’s total compensation package for Teammates. Actual compensation will be based on education, experience, skill set, and location.

• Minimum Salary: $140,000 annually
• Maximum Salary: $190,000 annually

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Personal paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Other benefits for eligible Teammates