Control Engineer 3

About M.C. Dean
M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most mission‑critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Responsibilities

Design / Engineering

Originates design documents for small projects and in support of large programs.

Narrative Design Documents

Requirements Analysis

Subsystem Designs (CAD / Panels / Layouts / Wiring / SCADA Screens / Hardware / Communications)

Preparation of Specifications

Perform QA/QC and technical reviews of designs

Plans and Designs Procedures and Fixtures for Integrated Systems Factory Testing (Internal/External Comment Resolution)

Programming

Lead programming / configuration team efforts for complex automation and SCADA applications.

Program / Configure / troubleshoot PLCs, RTUs, and/or HMI systems.

Testing / Troubleshooting / Deployment / Commissioning

Author testing / commissioning procedures

Preparation of test reports

Originates test procedures

Commissioning of deployed systems

Development of test fixtures and simulation devices

Perform Factory and Field Testing

Maintenance

Perform troubleshooting on service calls to existing and legacy system operators.

Perform hardware / software upgrades and replacements on existing systems.

Managerial Responsibilities

Estimates

Conduct surveys, inspections, tours, etc. of client sites as required.

Prepare cost estimates and supporting documents for small projects.

Assist senior engineers in preparing bids and proposals cost estimates and supporting documentation.

Evaluation and pricing of change orders.

Personnel Management

Assign technical tasks and coordinate with entry‑level engineers.

Assign tasks and coordinate with technical staff.

Qualifications

Field Experience

Experience in reading electrical and control schematics and plans.

Experience in control system startup, configuration, and calibration.

Experience in testing and troubleshooting control systems.

Experience using basic electrical and machinist hand tools.

Experience using testing, calibration, or industry‑specific tools and software.

Experience in computer networks.

Experience in CAD/CAE Software (AutoCAD / EPLAN).

Standard Office Software (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.).

Requirements

Proficient in programming languages such as ladder logic and structured text.

Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex automation issues.

Proficient in designing, programming, and troubleshooting PLCs or DDCs from at least one of the following platforms:

Siemens (SIMATIC)

Allen‑Bradley (Rockwell Automation) (Plant Pax preferred)

Schneider Electric (Modicon)

Tridium Niagara Framework

ABB (AC500, AC800M)

Omron

KMC Controls

Johnson Controls Metasys

Honeywell WEBS

Johnson Control FX

Siemens Desigo/Apogee

Distech Controls

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

GE Intelligent Platforms

Proficient in designing, programming, and troubleshooting SCADA solutions from at least one of the following platforms:

AVEVA (formerly Wonderware) InTouch, System Platform

Ignition by Inductive Automation

GE Digital (iFIX, CIMPLICITY)

Siemens WinCC

Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View

AVEVA (formerly Schneider Electric) Citect SCADA

Intellution FIX32/HMI32 (Historical) by GE Digital

VTScada by Trihedral Engineering Limited

AVEVA (OSIsoft PI) Historian

Preferred Licenses / Certifications

Design Build Institute of America (DBIA)

Certified SCADA Security Architect (CSSA)

Certified Automation Professional (CAP)

Engineer in Training (EIT) in relevant fields

Certification in one or more PLC / Automation Platform (e.g., Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens, Niagara, etc.)

Certification in one or more SCADA platform (e.g., AVEVA, Rockwell, Iconics, Ignition, etc.)

Education / Experience

Master's degree in electrical engineering, automation engineering, or related field with 3+ years of experience.

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, automation engineering, or related field with 5+ years of experience.

Abilities

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.

Finger dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms (e.g., using a keyboard).

Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Communicate information and ideas in speech 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.

Attend regular in‑person meetings with customers outside of assigned office.

This position may require ongoing or intermittent use of a company vehicle. Selected candidates must possess an acceptable driving record in accordance with our policy.

Pay Range: USD $104,240.00 - USD $156,360.00 /Yr.

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