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Chief Engineer

SGC
Augusta, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 3/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2025

Join a team that’s shaping the future of engineering excellence. As a Chief Engineer, you will be the driving force behind technical quality, mentorship, and innovation within your discipline. In this leadership role, you will set the standard for excellence by guiding teams, ensuring the highest level of quality control, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. This is a management-level position that influences strategy and success across the organization without direct supervisory responsibilities.

SGC Engineering is more than just a team—we're a close-knit community of engineers and designers driven by a shared passion for excellence. Operating within a fast-paced and dynamic environment, our firm thrives on collaboration and the Seller-Doer business model, where everyone has a voice and the opportunity to make a direct impact. We empower our team members with the autonomy and independence they need to pursue projects they care about, fostering a culture where innovation, initiative, and creativity lead to real success. At SGC Engineering, your ideas are not just welcomed—they're essential. 

Compensation: $135,000 to $185,000 depending on your skills and years of experience

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide high-level technical leadership – Offer expert guidance on large-scale projects, ensuring top-tier execution and quality control.
  • Drive project excellence – Serve as a Project Lead when necessary, ensuring complex and high-impact projects meet and exceed expectations.
  • Shape the future of engineering – Develop and deliver training programs to elevate the technical capabilities of the engineering team.
  • Ensure quality and compliance – Establish and maintain a robust QA/QC program, setting the bar for technical excellence.
  • Influence industry advancements – Represent the company at industry conferences, contribute to regulatory bodies like IEEE and PSRC, and publish thought leadership articles.
  • Strategic business impact – Work with leadership to capitalize on market opportunities and drive business growth.
  • Lead by example – Foster a culture of collaboration, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing to strengthen team performance.
  • Communicate effectively – Engage with internal teams, management, and external stakeholders with clarity and professionalism.
  • Support client engagement – Occasionally travel to meet with clients, ensuring strong relationships and project success.

What You Bring:

  • Deep industry expertise – Comprehensive knowledge of utility systems, regulatory requirements, risk management, and compliance.
  • Technical proficiency – Familiarity with CAD, industry-standard software models, and proficiency in spreadsheets, databases, and word-processing applications.
  • Exceptional communication skills – Ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
  • Strategic problem-solving – Strong analytical skills with the ability to research, interpret, and apply regulatory standards.
  • Organizational excellence – Ability to manage multiple priorities, adhere to deadlines, and support a fast-paced environment.
  • Thought leadership – Capability to prepare and present technical presentations and articles for industry recognition.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
  • 15 years of directly related engineering experience.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
  • Proven success in executing major projects and driving technical innovation.

Why Join Us?

  • Be a leader in a growing company – Influence the direction of engineering excellence and make a lasting impact.
  • Work on industry-defining projects – Play a crucial role in high-profile utility and infrastructure initiatives.
  • Advance your career – Take advantage of opportunities for leadership, innovation, and professional growth.
  • Join a culture of excellence – Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values expertise and mentorship.

Take the next step in your career and shape the future of engineering. Apply today!

Salary : $135,000 - $185,000

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