Electrical Engineer jobs in Bangor, ME

We are currently accepting resumes for a Electrical/Automation Engineer to work in support of our expanding utility consulting services business. At SGC we are a team of engineers and designers that operate in a fast-paced work environment to provide the best solutions for our clients. Since we are not a large corporate firm, we rely on all of our employees to work together to achieve our goals in a Seller-Doer business model. This allows our teammates to thrive in the type of projects they desire. We use the phrase “autonomously operated and independently motivated” to describe our team.

Our focus in the power engineering industry yields a wide variety of fun and unique projects; from solar, wind, battery storage, utility and industrial projects and more!

The position is available in any of our four Maine offices or a remote location based on the qualified applicant. We are open to candidates of all levels.

Salary: $75,000 - $120,000 

About SGC Engineering:

SGC Engineering, LLC (SGC) is a multidisciplinary engineering firm serving clients in the northeastern region of the United States and Eastern Canada. SGC, with its more than 170 employees, operates with a focus on the delivery of world class consulting and advisory services to clients in renewable, utility, commercial and industrial markets. Our approach is to use the best available technical and engineering know-how to meet the needs of our clients while maintaining the highest level of quality.

SGC has a history of responsive and attentive service, and deployment of technology to provide cost-effective engineered solutions to electric utilities, independent power generators, large commercial/industrial companies and gas transmission companies. In addition, SGC has supported companies in undertaking long linear projects for electric and gas transmission throughout the region with surveying, engineering, permitting and construction monitoring services.

Our mission is simple – to help clients achieve or exceed their business goals. We have a proven record of serving a diverse client base including industry, government, utilities, and affiliated organizations as they respond to the demands of a changing energy environment.

Our offices are staffed with professionals who have significant experience providing engineering, design and analysis for civil infrastructure, electric utilities, construction and environmental permitting including transmission and distribution lines (345kV, 115kV, 69kV, 46kV, 34.5kV), associated substations and generation.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities of the Remote Electrical/Automation Engineer:

• Perform engineering services related to automation, control and communication systems
• Develop programming and configuration for complex integration systems
• Prepare, modify and troubleshoot HMI screen configurations
• Design and configure operating characteristics of managed switches and LANs
• Implement work in accordance to cyber security and critical infrastructure system requirements
• Plan and coordinate projects with limited supervision
• Participate in preparing proposals for associated scope
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget for associated projects
• Preferred ability to market and solicit work in a Seller-Doer business model

Responsibility for Direction of Others of the Electrical/Automation Engineer:

Will perform, supervise or coordinate the work associated with assigned projects. Ensures a developmental environment, providing full disclosure on project assignments and encourages others. Position includes:

• Work estimates and the development of proposals
• Client communication and development
• Field work and testing support
• Review and understand client specific standards and requirements
• Manage project deliverables with the objective of delivering on-time and under-budget
• Communication with department management and project team
• Train and develop personnel
• Supports contractual negotiations

Education / Experience / Training of the Electrical/Automation Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology required
• 10 years of applicable experience in an engineering consulting firm or related work is required
• Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignment
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with electric utility or renewable energy projects preferred but not required
• Proficiency with GE, Siemens, ABB, SEL and/or other automation software is preferred but not required
• Ability to interpret schematics, control logic, automation logic, and device programing is required
• Experience with standard communication protocols, SCADA and LAN systems is preferred
• Proficiency with microprocessor-based relay protection products and software solutions is preferred, but not required
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite is required
• Preferred successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam
• Demonstrated experience which will ultimately result in PE licensure
• Must successfully complete drug screening and background check, including 7-year criminal history check and Motor Vehicle Record check
• Valid driver’s license required

Work Environment:

Environmental demands and work environment for an Electrical/Automation Engineer at SGC Engineering are listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Ability to work and communicate remotely with sufficient internet capabilities.
• Required to travel up to 10% to other offices, client meetings or for site inspections and construction support.
• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity, such as keyboarding; most of the work day;
• Required to exert physical effort in handling objects up to 30 pounds rarely;
• Required to exert physical effort in navigating rough native terrain, during field inspection occasionally

Benefits:

SGC offers a competitive benefit package for all full-time employees including paid holiday & vacation time; health insurance including medical, dental, and vision; 401K with company match; as well as life insurance, and disability. SGC is proud to be a Maine-based employer with a supportive, inclusive, and team-focused culture rooted in our company values: Passion, Trust, and Partnership.

We are looking to hire for this role within 30 days or less.