Tech Specialist 1- Automation and Controls

M.C. Dean; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

M.C. Dean is seeking a Tech Specialist 1- Automation and Controls to lead the development, commissioning, and startup of BMS, EPMS, and SCADA systems. The role covers configuring networking, Modbus devices, and power and control equipment, with emphasis on secure, reliable integration.

The candidate will travel to customer sites as needed and collaborate across disciplines to ensure project success, safety, and quality in mission-critical environments.

Qualifications

• Requires TS/SCI with poly clearance (or the ability to obtain).
• 6+ years of experience with EPMS, BMS, instrumentation and/or SCADA systems.
• 6+ years of experience with a High School Diploma / GED or 4+ years with an Associate's.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced technical leadership in the development, implementation, initial testing, startup, commissioning and calibration of BMS/EPMS/SCADA and ICS systems.
• Assist in planning and execution of complex projects with safety and quality in mind.
• Configure TCP/IP and Modbus communications; troubleshoot links and devices.
• Write and review Point-to-Point and startup scripts for EPMS/BMS/ICS systems.
• Support commissioning tools and review supplier documentation for compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Analytical thinking

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Associate's degree

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

Ignition

Distech

Niagara

Siemens Desigo

Eaton Foreseer

Schneider Electric EPO

OSI

Wonderware

Job description

Tech Specialist 1- Automation and Controls

Overview

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.

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

Technical Specialist provides advanced technical leadership in the development, implementation, final testing, startup, commissioning, calibration of instrumentation devices within BMS (Building Management Systems), EPMS (Electrical Power Management Systems), SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems and (ICS) Industrial Control systems. This role is responsible for implementing multiple interconnected systems with advanced configurable integrations, ensuring optimal performance, interoperability, and security. The Technical Specialist understands sophisticated electrical and mechanical distribution systems. Assist in planning and execution of complex projects, providing strategic guidance and technical expertise. You will contribute to a safe working environment for co‑workers and customers and help ensure the overall success of projects. Local, regional, and national travel may be required.

• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of complex BMS, EPMS and SCADA systems, focusing on advanced configurable integrations.
• Perform basic TCP/IP configuration
• Configure communication devices and troubleshoot communication link failure
• Configure Modbus Gateway devices communication protocol and ability to use applications like Modscan for troubleshooting and monitoring
• Understand the vendor's manuals and configure vendor's power meter, PDU, ATS, Generators, STS, UPS, and Battery systems etc.
• Navigate through EPMS and SCADA applications for monitoring, trending, and retrieving of data
• Safely open, close, rack‑in and rack‑out of breakers for points monitoring
• Understand PLC applications to load and update projects
• Understand PLC applications to configure the communication parameters
• Prepares and review simple electrical sketches, CX plans, and data sheets
• Perform simple routine electrical and mechanical calculations
• Assists in review of supplier documentation for compliance with specifications
• Basic knowledge of Commissioning, inspection, and testing of electrical components and systems
• Knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical theories
• Basic power systems familiarity with switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, power panels, protection relays, UPS systems, power monitoring systems, text equipment, etc.
• Perform Point to Point and functional startup scrips on EPMS/BMS systems
• Manage the progress of startup and issues lists, standards and commissioning tools
• Write Point to Point and functional startup scripts on EPMS/BMS/ICS systems
• Manage the progress of startup and issues lists in CX Allow and other commissioning tools
• Basic programming and troubleshooting skills of PLC and SCADA
• Proficient with technical writing
• Knowledge of advanced mathematics
• Basic awareness of industry codes and standards
• Good communication skills
• Willing to travel to customer sites for startups

Qualifications

Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and may meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; Ability to obtain a TS/SCI with poly Security Clearance is REQUIRED.

Education:

• Requires 6 or more years of experience with installation, troubleshooting and/or testing of EPMS, BMS, Industrial instrumentation and/or SCADA systems
• 6+ years of experience with a High School Diploma / GED or 4+ years of experience with an Associate's
• Requires reliable attendance at customer site during work hours required by customer

Preferred Technologies:

• Allen Bradley PLC, Ignition, Distech, Niagara, Siemens Desigo, Eaton Foreseer, Schneider EPO, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), Wonderware, Instrumentation calibrator/simulator

Preferred Industry Certifications:

• CCST certification, Security+ certification

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.

Pay Range

USD $68,000.00 - USD $102,000.00 /Yr.