Electrical Commissioning Engineering Leader 1

M.C. Dean, Inc.; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

M.C. Dean, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Engineering Leader 1 to oversee strategic commissioning projects. The role entails guiding engineering practices and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree with at least 5 years.

This position provides opportunities for innovation, relationship-building with stakeholders, and managing engineering talent. It is a chance to contribute to impactful change in the electrical engineering field.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years experience with Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Master’s degree with 5+ years experience is acceptable.
• Electrical Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic commissioning projects and optimize systems.
• Provide innovative solutions for technical challenges.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align engineering strategies.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Innovative problem-solving

Project management

Engineering methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master’s in Engineering

Tools

AVO Medium Voltage Cable Testing

AVO Protective Relay Maintenance

Job description

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.

Overview

The Electrical Commissioning Engineering Leader 1 provides strategic direction and direct oversight of the full project lifecycle from planning through execution. This role is instrumental in advancing organizational goals through leadership, innovation, and the development of industry‑leading engineering practices.

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic commissioning projects and ensure system optimization.
• Provide solutions to complex technical challenges and drive innovation.
• Ensure compliance with industry‑leading safety and quality standards.
• Deliver strategic insights and recommendations through detailed reporting.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate engineering strategies with organizational goals.
• Manage, mentor, and develop engineering talent across the organization.
• Drive the continuous advancement of commissioning methodologies.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to support successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 7+ years of experience, or a Master’s in Engineering with 5+ years of experience.
• Electrical Engineering degree preferred but other Engineering disciplines may be accepted by CX management.
• Infrastructure Level 2 required.
• AVO Medium Voltage Cable Testing and Diagnostics required.
• AVO Advanced Protective Relay Maintenance Technician required.

Abilities

• Exposure to computer screens for extended periods.
• Sitting for extended periods.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Finger dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers.
• 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 solutions that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.