Control Engineer 3 - Kingsport, TN

M.C. Dean, Inc.; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

M.C. Dean is seeking a Controls Engineer 3 in Kingsport, TN to design, install, and maintain equipment monitoring and control systems across diverse industries.

You will lead programming and configuration for complex automation and SCADA applications, develop test procedures, and ensure successful deployment from factory to field. Responsibilities include design documentation, subsystem designs, and QA/QC reviews, along with maintenance and upgrades on existing systems.

Qualifications

• Experience reading electrical and control schematics and plans.
• Automation and control system startup, configuration, and calibration.
• Experience with testing and troubleshooting control systems.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAE tools and industrial networks.

Responsibilities

• Design documents for small projects and support large programs.
• Lead programming/configuration for complex automation and SCADA apps.
• Test, troubleshoot, deploy, and commission deployed systems.
• Perform maintenance and hardware/software upgrades on existing systems.
• Manage tasks and coordinate with engineers and staff.

Skills

Ladder logic

Structured text

SCADA

PLC programming

HMI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in related field

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

GE Digital iFIX

Wonderware InTouch

Siemens PLCs

Job description

About M.C. Dean

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nations 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.

Controls Engineers 3 are responsible for designing, developing, installing, and maintaining equipment used to monitor and control systems, machinery and processes. Controls Engineers work in various industries including industrial controls, water / wastewater, power controls and protection, and transportation systems.They20retechnical experts in areas such as advanced process control, instrumentation, distributed control systems, PLCs, and SCADA systems. Controls engineers use these skills to design and implement solutions to our customers 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 o 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 Tools / 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
  • 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
  • This position may require ongoing or intermittent use of a company vehicle. Selected candidates must possess an acceptable driving record in accordance to our policy.

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 3+ years of experience
• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering, automation engineering, or a 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.
• 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.
• Attend regular in-person meetings with customers outside of assigned office.