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.

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.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Experience: 6+ years of industrial electrical and instrumentation engineering experience, including support for 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

The typical base salary range for this position is $140,000 to $190,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on education, experience, skill set, and location.

About Hargrove

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. 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.