Control Engineer 2

M.C. Dean; Bowling Green (VA); On-site; USD 81,600 - 122,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Relocation assistance

401K retirement plan

Job summary

M.C. Dean’s Automation Systems Business Unit near Richmond, VA is seeking engineers and designers to develop modular systems for datacenters and critical infrastructure.

The role covers design, PLC/SCADA programming, testing, commissioning, and field support across multiple customer sites. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or Bachelor’s in Electrical/Automation Engineering with hands-on PLC/SCADA experience, CAD/CAx skills, and a willingness to travel for site work.

Qualifications

• Requires proficiency in ladder logic and structured text; strong problem-solving skills.
• Attends in-person customer meetings beyond office hours.
• Must have driver's license and vehicle for site travel; acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer for small to large projects; produce design documents, specs, and review plans.
• Lead programming/configuration for complex automation, PLCs, RTUs, and HMIs.
• Prepare and execute testing, commissioning, and field deployment of systems.

Skills

Ladder logic

Structured text

PLC programming

SCADA programming

HMI design

Networking

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

AVEVA InTouch

Ignition

Job description

Overview

About Modular Mission Critical ModularMission Critical is the manufacturing campus for M.C. Dean's complex, modular product line for datacenters and critical infrastructure. Located just north of Richmond, VA, this site serves customers worldwide. Openings include assemblers for production lines and engineers and designers for products and continuous improvement. The organization employs over 9,000 people globally, delivering innovations in power and technology.

Why Join Us?
Our people are passionate about 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 for employees to build long-term careers.

Responsibilities

• Design / Engineering — Originates design documents for small projects and in support of large programs, including narrative design documents, requirements analysis, subsystem designs (CAD / panels / layouts / wiring / SCADA screens / hardware / communications), preparation of specifications, QA/QC and technical reviews of designs, and plans and design procedures and fixtures for integrated systems factory testing. Also handles 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; prepare test reports; originate test procedures; commission deployed systems; develop 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 — Prepare estimates and supporting documents for small projects; assist senior engineers in preparation of bids and proposals cost estimates and supporting documentation; evaluate and price change orders; conduct surveys, inspections, tours of client sites as required.
• Personnel Management — Assign technical tasks and coordinate with entry-level engineers; assign tasks and coordinate with technical staff.
• Field Experience — Read electrical and control schematics and plans; experience in control system startup, configuration, and calibration; testing and troubleshooting of control systems; use of basic electrical and machinist hand tools; experience with testing, calibration, or industry-specific tools and software.
• Tools / Software — Experience in computer networks; CAD/CAE software (AutoCAD / EPLAN); standard office software (Word, Excel, etc.).

Qualifications

• Requirements — Proficient in programming languages such as ladder logic and structured text; strong problem-solving skills; ability to troubleshoot complex automation issues.
• Attend regular in-person meetings with customers outside of assigned office.
• Possess driver’s license and vehicle for transportation to customer sites; may require ongoing or intermittent use of a company vehicle; acceptable driving record per policy.
• Proficient in designing, programming, and troubleshooting PLCs or DDCs from at least one platform: Siemens (SIMATIC); Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation); 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 platform: AVEVA (Wonderware) InTouch/System Platform; Ignition by Inductive Automation; GE Digital (iFIX, CIMPLICITY); Siemens WinCC; Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View; AVEVA ( Schneider Electric ) Citect SCADA; Intellution FIX32/HMI32 (Historical) by GE Digital; VTScada by Trihedral; AVEVA (OSIsoft PI) Historian.
• Preferred Licenses / Certifications — DBIA; CSSA; CAP; EIT in relevant field; Certification in one or more PLC / Automation Platform (Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens, Niagara, etc.); Certification in one or more SCADA platforms (AVEVA, Rockwell, Iconics, Ignition, etc.).

Education / Experience

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

Abilities

• Ability to work with computer screens for extended periods; sit for extended periods; reach with hands/arms; finger dexterity for keyboard use.
• Effective listening, speaking, reading, and comprehension; ability to apply general rules to specific problems; identify and understand others’ speech.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off; relocation assistance; 401K retirement plan.

What does YOUR future look like?

Join the Automation Systems Business Unit at M.C. Dean, where innovation meets impact. As the cornerstone of Building Intelligence, we’re not just engineering the future, we’re redefining it. Our projects span critical infrastructure to smart city technologies, driving sustainability, efficiency, and digital transformation.

Here, your expertise contributes to a legacy of excellence, engaging with over 700 customers across diverse sectors like power, transportation, and data centers. Our culture is recognized for safety and innovation, and our operational groups span Industrial Controls, Energy Management, Power Systems, Building Automation, Transit, and Cybersecurity applications.

Are you ready to join a team shaping the future? Apply to make a difference with us.

Pay Range

USD $81,600.00 - USD $122,400.00 /Yr.