Control Engineer 3 - Remote

M.C. Dean; Virginia, Tysons (MN, VA); Remote; USD 94,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Control Engineer, where you'll design and maintain advanced control systems across various applications. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects in industrial controls, cybersecurity, and energy management. You'll lead programming efforts, troubleshoot complex systems, and collaborate with a talented team to deliver solutions that enhance operational efficiency. With a competitive salary and benefits, this position is perfect for those passionate about shaping the future of automation and technology in critical infrastructure. Apply now to make a significant impact!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

401K

Qualifications

• Master's in electrical/automation engineering with 3-5 years of experience.
• Experience with PLC/DDC platforms such as Siemens and Allen-Bradley.
• Proficient in ladder logic and structured text programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop control systems and automation solutions.
• Lead programming efforts for automation and SCADA applications.
• Troubleshoot service calls and upgrade hardware/software on systems.

Skills

Ladder Logic

Structured Text Programming

Troubleshooting Skills

Advanced Process Control

Instrumentation

Education

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

MS Office

PLC/DDC Platforms

SCADA Platforms

Job description

Overview

Control Engineer 3 - Tysons, Virginia - Remote

Company Overview

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. As a leader and premier provider of cyber-physical systems, we design, construct, operate, and maintain solutions for mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. Our team of over 5,500 professionals worldwide develops automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems, along with management platforms that ensure their sustainability. Join us in shaping integrated systems and technologies that define the cyber-physical landscape.

Job Overview

Control Engineers design, develop, install, and maintain equipment used to monitor and control systems, machinery, and processes across various applications including industrial controls, cybersecurity, building automation, water/wastewater, power controls and protection, energy management, and transportation systems. They are experts in advanced process control, instrumentation, distributed control systems, PLCs, and SCADA systems, using these skills to craft solutions for complex customer needs.

Responsibilities

1. Design / Engineering

• Develop design documents for small projects and support large programs, including narrative documents, requirements analysis, subsystem designs, specifications, QA/QC reviews, factory testing procedures, and comment resolution.

1. Programming

• Lead programming efforts for automation and SCADA applications; program/configure/troubleshoot PLCs, RTUs, and HMI systems.

1. Testing / Troubleshooting / Deployment / Commissioning

• Author test procedures, prepare reports, originate test procedures, and perform commissioning and factory/field testing.

1. Maintenance

• Troubleshoot service calls, upgrade and replace hardware/software on systems.

Managerial Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, assist with bids and proposals, evaluate change orders, assign tasks, and coordinate with technical staff.

Field Experience

• Read electrical/control schematics, experience with system startup, configuration, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and industry tools/software.

Tools / Software

• Experience with computer networks, CAD/CAE software (AutoCAD, EPLAN), and MS Office.

Requirements

• Proficient in ladder logic and structured text programming languages.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with PLC/DDC platforms such as Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider Electric, Niagara Framework, ABB, Omron, KMC Controls, Johnson Controls Metasys, Honeywell WEBS, Johnson Control FX, Siemens Desigo/Apogee, Distech Controls, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, GE.
• Experience with SCADA platforms like Wonderware InTouch, Ignition, GE iFIX, Siemens WinCC, Rockwell FactoryTalk, Schneider Citect, GE Historian, etc.

Preferred Licenses / Certifications

• DBIA, CSSA, CAP, Engineer in Training, certifications in PLC/Automation platforms and SCADA platforms.

Education / Experience

• Master's in electrical/automation engineering with 3-5 years of experience or Bachelor's with 5-7 years.

Salary Range: $94,425 - $151,080

Abilities

• Extended screen time, sitting, reaching, finger dexterity, listening, speaking, reading, problem-solving, understanding speech, attending in-person meetings, possessing a driver's license and vehicle.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, benefits, paid time off, relocation assistance, 401K.

What does YOUR future look like?

Join M.C. Dean's Automation Systems Business Unit, where innovation meets impact. Engage with projects across critical infrastructure and smart city technologies, driving sustainability and digital transformation. Be part of a legacy of excellence supporting over 700 customers in power, transportation, data centers, and more. Shape the future with us—apply today and make a difference.