Piping/Process Engineer

Who We Are

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,000 Teammates across the US, 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 is a key focus area for Hargrove. We're happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Under general supervision, will independently apply mechanical and piping knowledge base to generate issued for construction design packages and assist in execution of capital projects. Makes decisions on engineering problems and methods and represents the organization in project meetings to resolve important questions with key engineers.

This position is located at the Spruance Site in Richmond, VA. Work will be performed full time on site.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for study, design, specification, and services related to piping systems and process equipment including pressure vessels, process tanks, heat exchangers, pumps, etc.

• Responsible for design and specification of piping systems, utility and equipment ties-ins, pipe supports for heavy industrial facilities.

• Consulted on design, specification, selection, and services relating to, pipe standards, manual valves, and inline piping equipment.

• Work from P&ID's, client specifications, and vendor data to complete scopes of work and issue for construction packages.

• Review and check design packages including P&IDs, general arrangements, line lists, isometrics, pipe supports, and installation details.

• Assist in conducting piping and mechanical reviews of all project packages prior to IFC to ensure that quality procedures are followed.

• Review project design estimates and scopes of work for new and proposed projects.

• Required to perform necessary field work, taking measurements, locating tie-ins, as-building existing systems, developing detailed scopes.

• Ensures that completed project scope is safe to operate, functional, maintainable, and that all applicable codes have been followed.

• Must interface with other engineering and design disciplines.

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

• Minimum 5 years of experience in heavy industrial industry

• PE Preferred

• Experience in working with and mentoring designers/engineering team members.

• Experience in communicating job packages/projects with construction and plant personal.

• Experience utilizing vendor equipment specifications and reading vendor manuals.

• Experience in developing scopes of work, task analysis, material list and project schedules

• Preferred experience with CAD software platforms

Physical Requirements

• Work is located at a chemical plant and requires exposure to ambient temperature extremes

• Work will require using and wearing personal protective equipment such as fire-retardant clothing, hearing and eye protection, hard hat, and steel-toed boots

• Must be able to complete necessary field work in process areas around the plant site

Hargrove Culture

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. 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 Statement

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.

Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others.

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. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the "Best Firms to Work For" by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama.

We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization.