AV Design Engineer 2 - Tysons, VA

M.C. Dean; Virginia, Tysons (MN, VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

M.C. Dean is seeking an AV Design Engineer 2 to join their Security and Electronic Systems team. The role involves designing and integrating electronic security services and requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering along with relevant experience. The position offers opportunities for professional development and collaboration in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Professional development including training

Leadership opportunities

Open communication with leadership

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with data center and virtual infrastructure technologies.

Responsibilities

• Designing hardware and software frameworks for A/V Systems.
• Conducting customer site surveys and developing project scopes.
• Troubleshooting network and telecommunications systems.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Your Future at M.C. Dean

We're seeking people driven to excellence and inspired to have a meaningful impact powering, automating, integrating, and securing the world's most critical infrastructure and facilities. This translates into fulfilling opportunities for employees driven to excel in a meaningful career. As an employee at M.C. Dean, you will join over 5,800 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems, and deliver management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability. We transform complex, large-scale systems to enhance client outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better.

We are seeking an AV Design Engineer 2 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business unit. In this role, you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates, and maintains electronic security services including intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio-visual systems, IT systems, perimeter defense, and command and control systems for federal, local, and commercial clients across high-growth markets.

Responsibilities

You will work with a dynamic team of system engineers responsible for design decisions across various projects involving A/V Systems. Your responsibilities include designing hardware and software frameworks for large, complex resilient systems, and formulating high-level architectural solutions to meet stakeholder needs, standards, and performance requirements. Key activities include:

• Creating drawing packages and bill of materials in CAD.
• Designing and testing complex videoconferencing and integrated audio/visual technologies, including control systems, displays, video walls, audio reinforcement, cameras, microphones, streaming technologies, etc.
• Designing audio/video systems with Crestron, AMX, and Extron control systems.
• Conducting customer site surveys, providing sales engineering support, gathering operational and technical requirements, developing project scopes, and providing system cost estimates.
• Designing, testing, and troubleshooting network and telecommunications systems, including IP and ISDN networks.
• Interpreting plans and specifications to select appropriate materials and equipment to meet project requirements.
• Applying design techniques, tools, and principles in producing electrical plans, blueprints, and drawings.
• Developing goals and plans to prioritize and organize work.
• Developing test plans for AV control system acceptance testing.
• Conducting on-site user and administrative training for installed AV systems.

This job posting provides a general overview of the work but is not exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required.

Qualifications

Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants must undergo a security investigation and meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship. ACTIVE SECRET clearance is REQUIRED, with the ability to obtain TOP SECRET clearance.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with 2+ years' OR Master's Degree in Engineering with 0+ years' of experience in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.
• Experience developing hardware and software solutions for data center and virtual infrastructure technologies.
• Experience with cost estimates and work breakdown structures for complex projects.
• Experience mentoring junior colleagues.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%, including internationally.
• Knowledge of IT, telecommunications, A/V, electrical equipment, and standards.
• Experience reading blueprints and performing complex design/build practices.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar software.
• Strong communication skills, including presenting to executive leadership.
• Problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative environment driven by core values of agility, expertise, and trust.
• Leadership opportunities supported by a 75-year industry legacy.
• Professional development including training, leadership programs, and tuition reimbursement.
• Open communication with leadership and local management.

Abilities:

• Extended computer screen exposure.
• Sitting for long periods.
• Reaching and manipulating objects with hands and fingers.
• Listening, understanding, and communicating effectively.
• Reading and understanding written information.
• Applying rules to solve specific problems.
• Identifying and understanding speech.