Security Design Project Engineer 3 - Charleston, SC

M.C. Dean, Inc • Charleston, SC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

M.C. Dean is seeking an Engineer 3 to join their Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business unit. This role involves designing, engineering, integrating, operating, and maintaining electronic security services, including intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, IT systems, perimeter defense, and command and control systems for federal, local, and commercial customers. The position is located in San Jose, CA, and the candidate should be willing to relocate. The Engineer 3 will be an expert in designing and deploying various technologies to enhance customers' physical security posture, manage technical requirements, and lead the regional engineering team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• 5+ years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity.
• Provision of SE services for physical security systems and IT solutions.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Nice To Haves

• Strong Oral, Written and Presentation Skills.
• Demonstrated background working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated time management and organization skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives.
• Strong MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint Skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Develop systems and project requirements as per clients’ needs.
• Collaborate with clients, partners, vendors, and internal teams to provide best-in-class solutions.
• Create high-level systems designs with required technical specifications.
• Prepare systems analysis reports and design development.
• Prepare new builds and projects drawings, specifications, technology product selection, installation sequence planning, and commissioning testing/commissioning scripts.
• Streamline and improve design processes.
• Manage system requirements and derived requirements to ensure the delivery of security systems that are compliant with commercial client and data center construction standards.
• Responsible for all technical submittals (Product Data, O&M, Warranty) for delivering security projects.
• Work with a team of engineers, project managers, and field technicians.
• Support the project lifecycle of large-scale construction projects.
• Manage multiple project designs concurrently and ensure they meet customer standards.
• Participate in coordination calls with the engineering team and designated project manager to ensure proper communication and delivery.
• Attend coordination calls with contractors/trade groups to coordinate dependencies with regards to security drawings and installation.
• Track revisions, RFIs, submittals, and Bill of Materials throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead Design Review sessions with team members and Page Turn review calls with the client.
• Develop and improve design standards.
• Lead complex projects, mentor, and oversee project execution through design excellence processes, ensuring high delivery quality.
• Lead Pre-Installation Testing & Check Out of security equipment for various projects, coordinating schedule, checklist, and shipment due dates.
• Review Request for Proposals (RFP) documentation, Statement of Work, and Client Specifications provided for new project bids.
• Develop Bill of Materials (BOM) and Forecast Engineering Time for new project bids.
• Provide in-person site surveys and field troubleshooting/commissioning support.

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