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.

What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope: The Project Engineer coordinates engineering projects, ensuring they meet technical requirements and are completed on time and within budget. In this role, you will lead small capital projects (less than $5MM). Duties will be performed under general supervision in Gonzales, LA.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Develop project plans and specifications (scope, budget, and schedule).

• Coordinate project activities and resources.

• Monitor project progress and make adjustments as needed.

• Ensure compliance with technical standards and regulations.

• Collaborate with engineers and project managers.

• Lead assigned capital projects (standalone projects and projects within plant outages) and manage all engineering, design, and construction resources

• Develop estimates, funding documents, schedule, and ongoing forecasts for plant executed projects within SAP

• Ensure all projects receive adequate process hazard reviews and ORI’s and that all recommendations are completed in a timely manner

• Ensure inherent process safety is adhered to on all project designs

• Provide field supervision / support during projects execution

• Manage Project Safety Maintain projects on budget and schedule

• Ensure all projects meet the operability needs of the customer

• Basic understanding of operating plant environment

• Understands quality standards as outlined by site

• Conduct Safety Kickoff Meeting with contractors and operations team prior to start of project execution

• Clearly communicate safety goals and standards to contractors.

• Complete JSA and participate in the Safe Work Permit issuance process.

• Lead daily morning safety / toolbox meetings with all crafts.

• Ensure all contractors on site for project execution have submitted an Emergency Action Plan prior to mobilization

• Participate in Safety Sampling and Critical Safety Audits during outages

• Attend and contribute to monthly Safety Meetings.

• Obtain TWIC, passport and complete refinery background checks

Ideal Background

Education: Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited university is required.

Registration: Professional Engineering and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) registration is highly preferred.

Experience: Requires 5+ years of relevant experience in engineering and project management.

• Strong project management and technical skills.

• Experience with engineering projects in a plant or industrial environment.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations

• Knowledge and application of company business standards and good practices.

• Knowledge and application of company engineering standards and project controls tools.

• Ability to lead a team to deliver on commitments.

• A comprehensive understanding of the function of all engineering disciplines, procurement, and construction processes.

• Demonstrated proficiency in complex technical issues c