Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Concord, CA

Full time

2026-001253

Come join the Hargrove - Concord Team!

We're looking for a dynamic Electrical & Instrument Engineer to join our team. This position would be based in our Concord, CA office.

Hargrove works a Hybrid schedule at our local Concord office but remote is not

This role is best suited for a highly experienced Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer with a strong background leading multidisciplinary industrial projects from concept through construction support. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with project leadership, budgeting, scheduling, and client-facing responsibilities.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering.

• PE registration strongly preferred.

• 15+ years of industrial E&I engineering experience.

• Proven experience leading discipline engineers and designers on capital projects.

• Strong background supporting chemical, petrochemical, refining, manufacturing, or heavy industrial facilities.

Technical Expertise

• Extensive knowledge of NEC and electrical design standards.

• Medium-voltage power systems (15kV/5kV) design and analysis.

• Single-line diagrams, load studies, voltage drop calculations, short-circuit analysis, and protective device coordination.

• Motor Control Centers (MCCs), switchgear, substations, VFDs, motors, and power distribution systems.

• PLC, HMI, and DCS systems experience.

• Cable tray and conduit design, lighting systems, and electrical installation specifications.

• Ability to develop equipment specifications, material take-offs, and construction packages.

Project Leadership Experience

• Responsible for complete E&I discipline execution including scope, budget, schedule, and quality.

• Experience reviewing and approving engineering deliverables and vendor documentation.

• Skilled in estimating engineering hours, construction costs, and developing project schedules.

• Proven ability to manage project changes, control costs, and maintain client satisfaction.

• Experience coordinating with other engineering disciplines and leading small project teams.

Software & Tools

• AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.

• Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Familiarity with engineering standards, CAD procedures, and project controls systems.

Soft Skills

• Strong client-facing communication and presentation abilities.

• Effective team leadership, mentoring, and staff development experience.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.

• Experience supporting remote and multi-office project execution.

This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.

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: $165,000 annually

Maximum Salary: $195,000 annually

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.

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