Control Engineer

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.

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.

Responsible for designing, developing, installing, and maintaining equipment used to monitor and control systems, machinery and processes. Works in various industries including industrial controls, water / wastewater, power controls and protection, and transportation systems. Technical expert in advanced process control, instrumentation, distributed control systems, PLCs, and SCADA systems.

The position will require strong estimating, takeoff, requirements analysis and scope definition capabilities and process definition. Background in Building Automation and Controls is preferred.

• Originates design documents for small projects and supports large programs.
• Narrative Design Documents, Requirements Analysis, Subsystem Designs (CAD / Panels / Layouts / Wiring / SCADA Screens / Hardware / Communications).
• Prepares specifications.
• Performs QA/QC and technical reviews of designs.
• Plans and designs procedures and fixtures for integrated systems factory testing and resolves internal/external comments.

• Leads programming / configuration team efforts for complex automation and SCADA applications.
• Program / configure / troubleshoot PLCs, RTUs, and/or HMI systems.

• Authors testing / commissioning procedures.
• Prepares test reports.
• Originates test procedures.
• Commissioning of deployed systems.
• Develops test fixtures and simulation devices.
• Performs factory and field testing.

• Performs troubleshooting on service calls to existing and legacy system operators.
• Performs hardware / software upgrades and replacements on existing systems.

• Conducts surveys, inspections, tours, etc. of client sites as required.
• Prepares cost estimates and supporting documents for small projects.
• Assists senior engineers in preparing bids and proposals cost estimates and supporting documentation.
• Evaluates and prices change orders.

• Assigns technical tasks and coordinates with entry‑level engineers.
• Assigns tasks and coordinates with technical staff.

• Reading electrical and control schematics and plans.
• Control system startup, configuration, and calibration.
• Testing and troubleshooting control systems.
• Using basic electrical and machinist hand tools.
• Using testing, calibration, or industry‑specific tools and software.
• Computer networks.
• CAD/CAE Software (AutoCAD / EPLAN).
• Standard office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.).

• 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 one 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 one of the…