Design Engineer 5 - Tysons, VA

M.C. Dean, Inc • Tysons, VA

15h • Onsite

About The Position

M.C. Dean is seeking a Senior 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 do deliver a complete working system according to project requirements and schedule.

Requirements

• ACTIVE TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance REQUIRED.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical/engineering related discipline, such as Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or similar with 10+ years of experience in engineering or 7+ years of experience with a Master's Degree.
• 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.
• Directs more junior engineering team members through the project lifecycle to achieve engineering objectives and complete deliverables.
• 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 collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better.
• An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years.
• Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement.
• Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior