Tech Specialist 3

M.C. Dean, Inc•Suwanee, GA

About The Position

M.C. Dean is seeking a Tech Specialist 3 to provide advanced technical leadership in developing, implementing, testing, starting up, commissioning, and calibrating instrumentation devices in Building Management Systems (BMS), Electrical Power Management Systems (EPMS), SCADA, and Industrial Control Systems (ICS). The role implements interconnected systems and configurable integrations, with attention to performance, interoperability, and security. It also calls for understanding electrical and mechanical distribution systems and contributing technical expertise to complex projects. Local, regional, and national travel may be required, including travel to customer sites for startups. The specialist works with communication networks and devices, vendor power equipment, PLC applications, EPMS and SCADA applications, commissioning plans, electrical sketches, and startup scripts. The role supports safe work practices and project success, manages startup progress and issues lists, and produces technical documentation. Customer-site attendance is required during the work hours set by the customer.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience with installation, troubleshooting, and/or testing of EPMS, BMS, industrial instrumentation, and/or SCADA systems with a high school diploma.
At least 8 years of relevant experience with an associate degree.
Reliable attendance at customer sites during the work hours required by the customer.
Knowledge of electrical and mechanical theories and basic power systems, including switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, power panels, protection relays, UPS systems, power monitoring systems, and test equipment.
Basic knowledge of commissioning, inspection, and testing of electrical components and systems.
Basic PLC and SCADA programming and troubleshooting skills.
Proficiency in technical writing, advanced mathematics, and communication.
Basic awareness of industry codes and standards.
Ability to travel to customer sites for startups.
Ability to work with computer screens for extended periods and sit for extended periods.
Ability to reach with hands or arms and use finger dexterity to manipulate objects, such as a keyboard.
Ability to understand spoken and written information, communicate clearly, apply general rules to specific problems, and understand another person's speech.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Allen Bradley PLC, Ignition, Distech, Niagara, Siemens Desigo, Eaton Foreseer, Schneider EPO, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), or Wonderware.
Experience with an instrumentation calibrator or simulator.
CCST certification.
Security+ certification.

Responsibilities

Assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of complex BMS, EPMS, and SCADA systems, focusing on configurable integrations.
Perform basic TCP/IP configuration.
Configure communication devices and troubleshoot communication link failures.
Configure Modbus gateway communication protocols and use applications such as Modscan for troubleshooting and monitoring.
Use vendor manuals to configure power meters, PDUs, ATSs, generators, STSs, UPSs, and battery systems.
Navigate EPMS and SCADA applications to monitor, trend, and retrieve data.
Safely open and close breakers and rack them in and out for points monitoring.
Load and update PLC projects and configure PLC communication parameters.
Prepare and review simple electrical sketches, commissioning plans, and data sheets.
Perform routine electrical and mechanical calculations.
Assist in reviewing supplier documentation for compliance with specifications.
Support commissioning, inspection, and testing of electrical components and systems.
Perform point-to-point and functional startup activities on EPMS and BMS systems.
Write point-to-point and functional startup scripts for EPMS, BMS, and ICS systems.
Manage startup progress and issues lists using standards and commissioning tools, including CX Allow.
Apply basic PLC and SCADA programming and troubleshooting skills.
Contribute to a safe work environment for coworkers and customers and support overall project success.
Travel to customer sites for startups as required.