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Hargrove Engineers & Constructors Process Automation Engineer in Freeport, Texas

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

Job Scope: In your role as a Process Automation Engineer, you will work on the MOD5 Migration project which is an ongoing, multi-year program that will replace legacy process control systems with a modern DCS.

The Process Automation Engineer will be responsible for multiple migrations across companies chemicals manufacturing businesses, with focus on Gulf Coast manufacturing sites. The programming efforts for each project will be performed by a combination of system integrators, EPC partners, and staff. The role will be a member of the DCS migration team and develop process control code for the project. In addition, they will contribute to the development, maintenance, and implementation of the DCS Book of Conventions.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

  • Migrate process control application code from MOD5 to ABB or between other control systems, and support on-site hardware cutover and startup.

  • Work in a Scrum framework to develop project deliverables.

  • Develop and implement Safety Instrumented System code and adhere and provide input to the DCS Book of Conventions

Provide customer service and feedback to stakeholders.

  • Interface with the MES team to integrate the DCS with external applications.

  • Work with Manufacturing & Engineering business process owners to improve workflows and procedures.

  • Contribute to development and maintenance of training documentation for application users.

Ideal Background

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

Registration: Must be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) and must possess a valid US driver's license

Experience: This position requires 3+ years of relevant industrial programming

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Experience with MOD5, Emerson DeltaV, or Siemens PCS 7 programming preferred; VBA, Typescript, or other programming languages preferred.

  • Experience with DCS migrations, Agile frameworks, and project management preferred.

  • Work experience with chemical manufacturing processes preferred.

  • Demonstrated ability to problem solve and work in a team environment.

  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written and oral communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

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

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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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