Project Engineer

Hargrove and Associates, Inc

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Okmulgee, OK Until 8/21/2026 3+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted April 22, 2026 Last posted April 22, 2026
Job description

What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope: The Project Engineer is responsible for executing capital projects and performing various engineering support for capital projects on site. Project engineering efforts include all facets of scope development, detailed project design, and construction supervision This work will be performed under minimal supervision in Okmulgee, OK.

Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

  • Coordinate and supervise design efforts and provide field monitoring to ensure construction compliance with designs.

  • Incorporate safety and regulatory compliance into all assigned projects scope and design.

  • Conduct and Participate in PHA, MOC and Pre-Start Up Safety reviews, PSM audits, and Incident Investigations.

  • Develop process flow sheets, preliminary plant layouts, and P&IDs.

  • Perform or direct preparation of process and detail design calculations as required.

  • Check detail design work, drawings and calculations performed by designers and drafting personnel.

  • Select equipment to perform a specific function and develop or direct development of specifications for the equipment or process.

  • Develop cost estimates, construction schedules and maintain cost control on projects.

  • Develop bid packages and solicit and evaluate bids from various contractors.

  • Approve purchase requisitions for equipment and construction activities within the limits set by the appropriation and grant of authority.

  • Establish and maintain project files and enter material into permanent equipment and process files.

  • Coordinate, control and supervise design personnel assigned to projects.

  • Maintain current knowledge or access to applicable codes and regulations.

  • Ensure contractor compliance with site contractor safety policy

Ideal Background

Education:  Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university is preferred.  

Experience: Requires 3+ years of relevant experience in engineering and project management. Experience in food manufacturing or chemical industries preferred.

  • Knowledge of the project execution procedures.

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

  • Maintain project control and accountability until the projects are accepted by the manufacturing group and all project goals are met.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required.

  • Strong Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

  • Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing experience is a plus. 

  • Working knowledge of SAP is a plus. 

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.

About this role

Summary

Manage engineering projects, oversee design, safety, and construction in manufacturing or chemical industries.

Job title

Project Engineer

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

chemical

Location requirements

On-site in Okmulgee, OK, minimal remote work allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

project managementengineering supportdesign calculationscost estimatessafety regulations

Preferred skills

Six SigmaLean manufacturingSAP

Specializations

project managementmechanical engineeringconstruction supervisionprocess designsafety compliance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Okmulgee, OK 74447, USA

On-site City