Design Engineer 4 - Annapolis Junction, MD

M.C. Dean, Inc
$125,120 - $187,680Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a Design Engineer that is able to work with a dynamic team of engineers, administrators, and technicians responsible for design, implementation, operations & maintenance, and cybersecurity for large complex electronic security systems and physical security systems. This position spearheads technical design and serves as the Subject Matter Expert to deliver a complete working system according to project requirements and schedule.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a technical/engineering related discipline, such as Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or similar with 7+ years of experience in engineering
  • 5+ years of experience with a Master's Degree in Engineering
  • Experience with electronic security
  • Experience leading large scale design efforts.
  • Experience with estimating, pricing, and procurement.
  • Familiarity with networking concepts, including use of routing protocols and switching technologies, LAN/WAN medias and protocols, and firewall configuration and protocols.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced collaborative environment.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with various customers, vendors and peers
  • Ability to effectively use AutoCAD or another computer aided drafting/modeling tool.
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
  • Sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
  • Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
  • Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
  • Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
  • Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  • Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
  • Identify and understand the speech of another person.

Nice To Haves

  • Preferred experience in ESS design build.
  • Physical Security Professional (PSP) certification from ASIS desired.
  • Knowledge of Pro Pricer and Eplan desired.

Responsibilities

  • Apply expert knowledge of ESS system concept of operations and the design build lifecycle.
  • See the “bigger picture” while working across the project team to achieve overall project objectives.
  • Review customer requirements and assess design constraints in order to develop a design which meets the needs of the customer.
  • Plan for and participate in Electronic Security System (ESS) and physical security system site surveys during all phases of projects.
  • Drive development of security system Engineering Installation Design Packages including the creation of Block Diagrams, Riser Diagrams, Mounting, and Wiring Details in AutoCAD.
  • Create project and device schedules with the Engineering Installation Design Packages.
  • Create cable, device, and Performance Verification Test (PVT) plans.
  • Drive planning for and participate in Pre-Installation Testing and Checkout (PITCO) processes including system programming, integration testing, and equipment build outs.
  • Complete various calculations, including but not limited to power, heat, voltage drop, conduit sizing and bandwidth.
  • Assist with development of sequence of operations, compliance matrices, and other project support documentation.
  • Apply understanding of related industry documentation such as NEC, NFPA, UL Code (294, 1076, and 2050), ICD 705, NISPOM.
  • Participate in new technology/product evaluations and recommendations.
  • Effectively communicate the status of all work and report roadblocks early and directly to project and divisional management.
  • Update, track, and close out all engineering changes and issues, working in coordination with the assigned Project Manager or Engineering Manager.
  • Regularly attend and participate in internal and client review/status update meetings.
  • Interface with customer stakeholders to answer questions and present design solutions; support resolution of project issues working in conjunction with the Engineering Manager.
  • Assist in the bids and proposals process to capture new work.
  • Contribute to the maturation of our engineering capabilities and processes by suggesting improvements and researching questions.
  • Work collaboratively with program engineering leadership to document and share best practices and processes for efficient execution and repetitive design across the company.
  • Work directly with customers to develop and enhance their specifications to deliver the latest technology and innovate delivery methods for optimum performance and schedule.
  • Manage customers full-lifecycle, from recruitment through project delivery in new and growing industries.

Benefits

  • A competitive salary
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Military Reserve pay offset
  • Paid maternity leave
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