The Future of Engineering with Ardmore Roderick’s Sharon Jean Baptiste

Shreya Jain

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August 31, 2026

In this episode of the Engineering Influence podcast, Sharon Jean-Baptiste, President of Ardmore Roderick, shares her leadership journey in the engineering industry and the lessons that have shaped her career.

She discusses the lasting impact engineering work can have on communities, offers advice for young professionals just starting out in the field, and speaks to why mentorship remains one of the most powerful tools for building the next generation of engineering leaders.

🎙️ Some Topics covered:

👉 Sharon’s path to becoming President of Ardmore Roderick
👉 Advice for young engineers and professionals entering the industry
👉 How engineering projects shape and strengthen communities
👉 The role of mentorship in developing future leaders

About the author

Shreya Jain

Shreya Jain is the Communications and Marketing Manager and the Producer of the Engineering Influence Podcast at ACEC