What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Construction Field Specialist position at Hargrove Engineers & Constructors?
Hargrove is seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Construction Field Specialist to support commissioning and construction activities at a large industrial facility in New Johnsonville, TN. This is a long-term, stable role offering exposure to complex industrial systems, strong team culture, and competitive compensation within a 100% teammate-owned EPC firm.
If you enjoy being hands-on in the field, coordinating with engineering, construction, and maintenance teams, and taking ownership of commissioning success, this role offers meaningful responsibility and career growth.
For reference, the New Johnsonville, TN area is located nearby:
As an E&I Construction Field Specialist, you will support electrical and instrumentation commissioning and construction coordination for industrial projects. Working under general supervision, you will serve as a key bridge between engineering, construction, and operations teams.
Key Responsibilities
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
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.
If you enjoy being hands-on in the field, coordinating with engineering, construction, and maintenance teams, and taking ownership of commissioning success, this role offers meaningful responsibility and career growth.
For reference, the New Johnsonville, TN area is located nearby:
- Waverly, TN (13 miles)
- Paris, TN (33 miles)
- Jackson, TN (69 miles)
- Franklin, TN (72 miles)
- Columbia, TN (79 miles)
- Nashville, TN (88 miles)
- Memphis, TN (151 miles)
As an E&I Construction Field Specialist, you will support electrical and instrumentation commissioning and construction coordination for industrial projects. Working under general supervision, you will serve as a key bridge between engineering, construction, and operations teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Support development and execution of electrical and instrumentation commissioning plans
- Coordinate commissioning documentation across multiple projects
- Work with process instrumentation including:
- Pressure, flow, level, analytical instruments
- Control valves, MCCs, motors, and control systems
- Perform and document instrument calibration activities
- Support and document Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) with OEMs
- Verify systems are tested in accordance with:
- Design specifications
- Company engineering practices
- Industry standards
- Identify and help resolve field issues during commissioning and startup
- Communicate progress, risks, and status updates to project stakeholders
- Assist in estimating manpower and schedule requirements for commissioning activities
- Interface effectively with:
- Engineering
- Construction
- Maintenance
- Project management and site leadership
- 5 years of experience in industrial construction coordination, commissioning, or E&I field support
- Hands-on experience with electrical and instrumentation systems
- Strong understanding of industrial commissioning processes
- Ability to read and interpret engineering documents and specifications
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Comfortable working in an active industrial environment
- Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Construction Science, Building Science or related field from an accredited university is preferred, but not required
- Experience supporting power generation, manufacturing, chemical, or process facilities
- OEM FAT participation and commissioning documentation experience
- Experience coordinating across multi-discipline EPC project teams
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- On-site industrial facility in New Johnsonville, TN
- Ability to walk, stand, and work in outdoor conditions (hot/cold climates)
- Ability to wear required PPE including FR clothing, hard hat, safety glasses, and hearing protection
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.