Control Engineer 2

M.C. Dean

Baltimore (MD)

On-site

USD 90,640 - 135,960

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision, life, and asd

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k Retirement Plan

Military Reserve pay offset

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

M.C. Dean is seeking a Control Engineer to design, install, and maintain control systems across industrial and building automation projects. You will work with PLCs, SCADA, HMI, and instrumentation to deliver secure, reliable solutions for mission-critical facilities.

The role requires hands-on design, testing, and commissioning expertise. Responsibilities include preparing design documents, leading programming efforts, QA reviews, commissioning, and field testing, with opportunities to mentor

Qualifications

Experience reading electrical and control schematics and plans.
Proficient in programming PLCs/DDCs and SCADA systems.
Knowledge of field instrumentation and commissioning processes.
Experience with CAD/CAE software (AutoCAD/EPLAN).
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

Design, engineer, and maintain control systems for diverse projects.
Lead programming/configuration efforts for automation and SCADA apps.
Develop test procedures and perform commissioning of deployed systems.
Vendor/client liaison for design reviews, cost estimates, and bids.
Mentor junior engineers and coordinate tasks within teams.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

HMI configuration

Electrical schematics

Troubleshooting

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

Niagara Framework

AVEVA/Inductive Automation tools

Job description

Overview

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.

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.

Control Engineers

Control Engineers are responsible for designing, developing, installing, and maintaining equipment used to monitor and control systems, machinery, and processes. Control Engineers work in various applications including industrial controls, cybersecurity, building automation, water / wastewater, power controls and protection, energy management, and transportation systems. They are technical experts in areas such as advanced process control, instrumentation, distributed control systems, PLCs, and SCADA systems. Control engineers use these skills to design and implement solutions to solve our customer’s most complex needs.

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
Conducts any surveys, inspections, tours, etc. of client sites, as required.
Prepares cost estimates and supporting documents for small projects.
Assists senior engineers in preparation of Bids and Proposals cost estimates and supporting documentation.
Evaluation and pricing of change orders

Personnel Management

Assigns technical tasks and coordinates with entry-level engineers
Assigns tasks and coordinates 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 1 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 1 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 in field
Certification in one or more PLC / Automation Platform, such as: Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens, Niagara, etc.
Certification in one or more SCADA platform, such as: AVEVA, Rockwell, Iconics, Ignition, etc.

Education / Experience

Master’s degree in electrical engineering, automation engineering, or a related field 0+ years of experience
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, automation engineering, or a related field with 2+ 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.
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.

We offer an excellent benefits package including: