Senior Automation Engineer

SGC Power, Inc.; Augusta (ME); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Competitive salary based on experience

Job summary

SGC Engineering is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead the design, development, and implementation of automation, control, and communication systems across high-voltage transmission, substation, and renewable energy projects. You will mentor junior engineers and coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, reliable, and scalable solutions.

Join a collaborative, fast-paced firm that values initiative and innovation, with competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant automation or controls engineering experience.
• PE license or ability to obtain within 6–12 months.
• Strong ability to interpret schematics, control logic, and automation programming.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems, LAN infrastructure, and standard communication protocols.
• Experience with automation platforms such as GE, Siemens, ABB, or SEL.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and multitasking skills.
• Experience with electric utility or renewable energy projects preferred.
• Must pass drug screening, background check, and MVR check.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Occasional travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering services related to automation, control, and communication systems.
• Design and configure managed switches, LANs, and secure communication infrastructure.
• Develop programming and configurations for system integration and HMI displays.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and critical infrastructure requirements.
• Plan and manage technical work with limited supervision.
• Manage deliverables to meet schedule and budget expectations.
• Review and ensure compliance with client standards and specifications.
• Provide QA/QC oversight throughout the project lifecycle.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and technical staff.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and consultants.
• Support proposal development, project budgeting, and client communications.
• Contribute to contract negotiations and client development efforts.
• Participate in field work, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting.

Skills

Automation engineering

Controls engineering

SCADA

LAN networking

Cybersecurity

HMI design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

PE license or ability to obtain within 6–12 months

Tools

GE

Siemens

ABB

SEL

Job description

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Military veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses are strongly encouraged to apply.

SGC Engineering is growing—and we’re looking for a Senior Automation Engineer to help lead the future of critical infrastructure. This isn’t just another technical job—it’s your opportunity to work on renewable energy and electric utility projects that truly matter. At SGC, your voice is heard, your ideas drive innovation, and your work makes a tangible impact.

In this role, you’ll take the lead on the design, development, and implementation of automation, communication, and control systems across high-voltage transmission, substation, and renewable energy projects. If you're a forward-thinking engineer who enjoys mentoring others, managing complex systems, and working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment—this is the place for you.

About Us

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

$100,000 to $150,000 depending on your skills and years of experience

What You'll Do

Technical Leadership

• Lead engineering services related to automation, control, and communication systems
• Design and configure managed switches, LANs, and secure communication infrastructure
• Develop programming and configurations for system integration and HMI displays
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and critical infrastructure requirements

Project Management

• Plan and manage technical work with limited supervision
• Manage deliverables to meet schedule and budget expectations
• Review and ensure compliance with client standards and specifications
• Provide QA/QC oversight throughout the project lifecycle
• Mentor and support junior engineers and technical staff
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and consultants
• Support proposal development, project budgeting, and client communications
• Contribute to contract negotiations and client development efforts
• Participate in field work, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology
• 5+ years of relevant automation or controls engineering experience
• PE license (or ability to obtain one within 6–12 months)
• Strong ability to interpret schematics, control logic, and automation programming
• Familiarity with SCADA systems, LAN infrastructure, and standard communication protocols
• Experience with automation platforms such as GE, Siemens, ABB, or SEL
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication and multitasking skills
• Experience with electric utility or renewable energy projects preferred
• Must pass drug screening, background check, and MVR check
• Valid driver's license required
• Occasional travel (up to 10%) to client sites or other SGC offices
• Some fieldwork, including navigating uneven terrain
• Occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs)
• Frequent use of computers and standard office tools
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Life and disability insurance
• Collaborative, supportive team environment
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Ready to build automation systems that power the future of energy?

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