Electrical Designer

Recruiting Specialist at Hargrove Engineers + Constructors

Who We Are
Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long‑term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process‑heavy industry in on‑site support arrangements, in plant‑level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.
Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long‑term benefits for our clients.
Work‑life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

Job Scope: Generally responsible for performing all aspects for complete design of electrical/instrumentation assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. This level is expected to assist in the design of larger and more complex electrical/instrumentation assignments. This work will be performed under general 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.
• Producing installation details, motor control center single lines, electric room layouts, motor control elementaries, connection diagrams, cable schedules, control panel layouts and grounding, lighting, power and instrumentation plans under minimal supervision.
• Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.
• Providing on‑site assistance during startup.

Education: Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer‑Aided Drafting is required.
Certification: Certification is not required at this level.
Experience: This position requires 2+ years of relevant industrial experience in electrical and instrumentation drafting and design.

• Familiarity with the current version of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Ability to perform lighting level calculations, voltage drop calculations, size wire, conduit and overcurrent protection for both lighting and power applications.
• Ability to route conduit and cable tray, calculate tray and conduit fill, determine motor control center loading and load center unit substation loading.
• Familiarity with specifications and installation details of construction bulk materials and equipment.
• Ability to create accurate electrical installation documents from vendor equipment drawings.
• Knowledge and understanding of work flow/information flow between disciplines, schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all electrical deliverables.
• Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
• Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, 2D AutoCAD, Micro Station (3D AutoCAD desirable).
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written; virtual team skills and cross‑divisional collaboration.

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

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. 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, 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.