Senior Design Engineer (Engineer 5)

M.C. Dean, Inc•Tysons, VA

About The Position

M.C. Dean is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join its Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business unit. The SES team designs, engineers, integrates, operates, and maintains electronic security services—including intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audiovisual, IT systems, perimeter defense, and command and control systems—for federal, local, and commercial customers. The Senior Design Engineer applies expert knowledge of electronic security system (ESS) concepts of operations and the design-build lifecycle. The role develops and reviews security system designs, leads engineering installation design package development, supports system testing and integration, and coordinates engineering work with project teams, customers, and management. The position also directs junior engineering team members, contributes to bids and proposals, and helps improve engineering practices and customer specifications. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. citizenship, for access to classified information. Active TS/SCI with Poly is required. The listed pay range is USD $150,000–$200,000 per year.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI with Poly clearance is required.
A bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering-related discipline, such as electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering, and 10 or more years of engineering experience; or a master's degree and 7 or more years of experience.
Experience with electronic security.
Experience leading large-scale design efforts.
Experience with estimating, pricing, and procurement.
Familiarity with networking concepts, including routing protocols and switching technologies, LAN/WAN media and protocols, and firewall configuration and protocols.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and peers.
Ability to use AutoCAD or another computer-aided drafting/modeling tool effectively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to perform the listed physical and communication-related tasks, including extended computer-screen exposure and sitting, reaching, keyboard-related finger dexterity, listening, speaking, reading, reasoning, and understanding speech.

Nice To Haves

Experience in ESS design-build.
Physical Security Professional (PSP) certification from ASIS.
Knowledge of Pro Pricer and Eplan.

Responsibilities

Apply expert knowledge of ESS system concepts of operations and the design-build lifecycle.
Work across the project team with a focus on overall project objectives.
Review customer requirements and design constraints to develop designs that meet customer needs.
Plan and participate in ESS and physical security system site surveys during all project phases.
Develop security system Engineering Installation Design Packages, including block diagrams, riser diagrams, and mounting and wiring details in AutoCAD.
Create project and device schedules as part of Engineering Installation Design Packages.
Create cable, device, and Performance Verification Test (PVT) plans.
Plan and participate in Pre-Installation Testing and Checkout (PITCO), including system programming, integration testing, and equipment build-outs.
Perform calculations including power, heat, voltage drop, conduit sizing, and bandwidth.
Assist with sequence of operations, compliance matrices, and other project support documentation.
Apply relevant industry documentation and standards, including NEC, NFPA, UL Codes 294, 1076, and 2050, ICD 705, and NISPOM.
Participate in new technology and product evaluations and make recommendations.
Communicate work status and raise roadblocks promptly to project and divisional management.
Direct junior engineering team members through project lifecycles to achieve engineering objectives and deliverables.
Track and close out engineering changes and issues in coordination with the assigned Project Manager or Engineering Manager.
Attend and participate in internal and client review and status meetings.
Work with customer stakeholders to answer questions, present design solutions, and help resolve project issues alongside the Engineering Manager.
Assist with bids and proposals to capture new work.
Suggest improvements and research questions to help mature engineering capabilities and processes.
Collaborate with program engineering leadership to document and share best practices and processes for efficient, repeatable design.
Work directly with customers to develop and improve specifications, apply current technology, and innovate delivery methods for performance and schedule.
Manage customer relationships through the full lifecycle, from recruitment through project delivery in new and growing industries.