Design Engineer 5 - Tysons, VA

M.C. Dean; Virginia, Tysons (MN, VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Design Engineer, where your expertise will drive the design and implementation of cutting-edge electronic security systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance critical infrastructure while enjoying growth opportunities and a supportive work environment. This position offers the chance to lead significant projects, develop innovative solutions, and contribute to the safety and security of vital facilities. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on professional development, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the field.

Benefits

Training and leadership development

Tuition reimbursement

Collaborative team environment

Open communication with leadership

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in technical roles, preferably in ESS design-build.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design efforts for large-scale electronic security systems.
• Coordinate project teams to meet objectives and deliverables.

Skills

Electronic Security Systems (ESS)

AutoCAD

Networking

LAN/WAN Protocols

Project Management

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline

Master's degree in a related technical discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Pro Pricer

Eplan

Job description

Overview

We're seeking people driven to excellence and inspired to have a meaningful impact powering, automating, integrating, and securing the world's most critical infrastructure and facilities. This translates into fulfilling opportunities for employees driven to excel in a meaningful career. As an employee at M.C. Dean, you will join more than 5,800 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems, and deliver management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability. Together, we transform how complex, large-scale systems are designed, delivered, and sustained—enhancing client outcomes, improving lives, and changing the world for the better.

Seeking a Senior Design Engineer who can work with a dynamic team of engineers, administrators, and technicians responsible for design, implementation, operations & maintenance, and cybersecurity for large, complex electronic and physical security systems. This position leads technical design efforts and serves as the Subject Matter Expert to deliver complete, working systems according to project requirements and schedule.

Responsibilities

What you'll do:

• Apply expert knowledge of ESS system concepts of operations and the design-build lifecycle.
• Coordinate across project teams to achieve overall project objectives.
• Review customer requirements and assess design constraints to develop suitable designs.
• Participate in site surveys during all project phases for Electronic Security Systems (ESS) and physical security systems.
• Develop security system Engineering Installation Design Packages, including Block Diagrams, Riser Diagrams, Mounting, and Wiring Details in AutoCAD.
• Create project and device schedules with the Design Packages.
• Develop cable, device, and Performance Verification Test (PVT) plans.
• Participate in Pre-Installation Testing and Checkout (PITCO), including system programming and integration testing.
• Perform calculations related to power, heat, voltage drop, conduit sizing, and bandwidth.
• Assist in developing sequences of operations, compliance matrices, and other documentation.
• Apply knowledge of industry standards such as NEC, NFPA, UL Code, ICD 705, NISPOM.
• Participate in evaluating new technologies/products and making recommendations.
• Communicate project status and report issues promptly to management.
• Guide junior engineers through the project lifecycle to meet objectives and deliverables.
• Manage engineering changes and issues in coordination with project management.
• Attend and contribute to review and update meetings with internal teams and clients.
• Interface with stakeholders to address questions and present design solutions.
• Support bids and proposals to secure new work.

Growth Opportunities

• Contribute to enhancing engineering capabilities and processes.
• Collaborate with leadership to document best practices for efficient design execution.
• Work with customers to develop specifications and deliver innovative solutions.
• Manage customer relationships throughout project lifecycle.

Qualifications

Security Clearance: ACTIVE TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required. Applicants will undergo a security investigation and must meet eligibility criteria, including U.S. Citizenship.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline with 10+ years of experience, or
• 7+ years with a Master's degree.
• Preferred experience in ESS design-build.
• Experience in electronic security; Physical Security Professional (PSP) certification from ASIS is desirable.
• Experience leading large-scale design efforts.
• Knowledge of networking, routing, switching, LAN/WAN protocols, and firewall configurations.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar tools, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Pro Pricer and Eplan is a plus.

What We Offer

• A collaborative team driven by core values of agility, expertise, and trust.
• Opportunity to lead and build a business with industry support for 75 years.
• Investments in training, leadership development, and tuition reimbursement.
• Open communication with leadership and management.

Abilities

• Ability to work with extended screen time and sit for long periods.
• Finger dexterity for manipulating objects and using keyboards.
• Effective listening, speaking, reading, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand and apply general rules to specific problems.