AV Design Engineer 3 - Tysons, VA

M.C. Dean, Inc.; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

M.C. Dean, Inc. is seeking an AV Design Engineer 3 within the Security and Electronic Systems (SES) unit. You will design, test, and integrate large-scale audio/visual solutions for federal, local, and commercial clients, delivering complete system designs and cost estimates.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Master’s in CS/EE with 3–5+ years’ relevant experience, strong CAD skills, and the ability to travel up to 20%. A TS DoD clearance is required or eligible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in CS/EE or related field with progressive experience.
• 5+ years (or 3+ years with a Master’s) in hardware/software solutions for data center/virtual infra.
• Ability to obtain Top Secret DoD clearance.
• Experience with IT/telecom/A/V/electrical equipment and related specs.
• Experience with cost estimates and work breakdown structures for complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Design hardware and software frameworks for large resilient systems; create CAD drawings and BOMs.
• Test and design videoconferencing and AV technologies; integreate AV systems.
• Design AV systems with Crestron, AMX, Extron control systems.
• Conduct site surveys; provide sales engineering support and project costing.
• Develop and test AV control system acceptance tests; provide on-site training.

Skills

Travel readiness

Communication

Presentation

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in CS/EE or related

Master's Degree in CS/EE or related

Tools

AutoCAD

Crestron control systems

AMX control systems

Extron control systems

Job description

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 9,000 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.

Overview

About 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 9,000 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.

Why Join Us?

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward‑thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

We are seeking an AV Design Engineer 3 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of 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 across high‑growth markets.

Responsibilities

You will be working with a dynamic team of system engineers responsible for design decisions in all areas of A/V Systems and the technical direction of multiple projects across multiple programs for operations.

Responsibilities Include

• Designing the systems hardware and software framework for large complex resilient systems and formulating high‑level architectural solutions to ensure implemented solutions meet stakeholder needs, standards, and performance requirements. Essential responsibilities and activities include but are not limited to: Creating Drawing Packages and Bill of Materials in CAD.
• Design and testing of complex videoconferencing and integrated audio/visual technologies (videoconferencing, control systems, displays, video walls and matrix systems, audio reinforcement systems, cameras, microphones, document cameras, streaming technologies, etc.) and A/V based collaboration technologies
• Design of audio/video systems with Crestron, AMX and Extron control systems
• Conduct customer site surveys and provide sales engineering support, including collecting and recording detailed operational, functional and technical requirements, developing project scopes, and providing overall system costing for A/V projects
• Design and test and troubleshoot various network and telecommunications systems including IP networks and ISDN networks
• Understanding plans and specifications to identify the types and grades of materials and equipment needed to ensure compliance with project requirements
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of electrical plans, blueprint and drawings
• Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work
• Develop test plans for complex AV control system functional acceptance tests of AMX, Crestron, and Extron control systems
• Develop and conduct on‑site user and administrative training for the installed integrated audio/visual systems

Qualifications

Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and may meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; Must be able to obtain a Top Secret DoD security clearance.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a Related Engineering Discipline with 5+ years' OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a Related Engineering Discipline with 3+ years' of progressive experience in the following:
• Developing and implementing hardware and software solutions for data center and virtual infrastructure technologies
• Demonstrated experience with developing cost estimates and work breakdown structures for the design and implementation of complex projects.
• Demonstrated experience performing technical cross-training/coaching of junior colleagues
• Demonstrated background working with multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated time management and organization skills to meet deadlines and quality objective
• Ability to travel, including internationally, up to 20% of the time
• Familiarity with IT, telecommunications, A/V and electrical equipment including related materials and specifications
• Strong knowledge of videoconferencing standards
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints
• Experience performing complex design/build and conceptual design practices
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment
• AutoCAD experience, or experience drafting with a similar drafting software
• Strong Oral, Written and Presentation Skills with the ability and experience communicating directly with executive leadership
• Solid problem solving and consultative skills in a fast‑paced environment

What We Offer

• A collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust.
• 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.

We Offer An Excellent Benefits Package Including

• A competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

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
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking 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

Pay Range

USD $104,000.00 - USD $143,000.00 /Yr.