Control Engineer 4 (BMS and EMCS)

M.C. Dean, Inc•Tysons, VA

13d

About The Position

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. As a Control Engineer 4, you will serve as the Lead Control Engineer on Building Management and Energy Management System projects supporting mission‑critical facilities. This role requires expert‑level proficiency with the Tridium Niagara Framework and a strong technical understanding of HVAC, electrical, and other critical building systems that support always‑on operations. You will be responsible for the technical design, development and implementation of proprietary BMS and Niagara‑based solutions, including system architecture, data modeling, control logic, and integration with building and infrastructure systems. You will develop system integrations using protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, M‑Bus, SNMP, and API‑based interfaces, that connect BMS platforms to enterprise monitoring and analytics systems. In addition, you will support other projects through design reviews, troubleshooting assistance, and best‑practice guidance, while collaborating closely with clients, operators, and project teams to deliver high‑confidence BMS and EMCS solutions for mission‑critical facilities.

Requirements

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 BMS (DDC) controllers from at least 1 of the following platforms: Johnson Controls Metasys Johnson Control FX Honeywell WEBS Siemens Desigo/Apogee Distech Controls Alerton Compass
Schneider Ecostruxure
Proficient in designing, programming, and troubleshooting BMS supervisor/front-end solutions from at least 1 of the following platforms: Ignition by Inductive Automation
Tridium Niagara Framework (or OEM equivalent such as Johnson Control FX or Distech Controls EC-Net 4)
Johnson Controls Metasys
Honeywell WEBS
Siemens Desigo/Apogee
Distech Controls Envysion
Alerton Compass
Schneider Ecostruxure
Experience in reading mechanical, electrical, plumbing and control schematics and plans
Experience in control system startup, configuration, and calibration
Experience in testing and troubleshooting control systems
Experience using basic electrical and machinist hand tools
Experience using testing, calibration, or industry-specific tools and software
Experience with a variety of HVAC and building central plant systems, such as constant and variable air volume systems, chilled water, condenser water and heating water systems, and split-systems and variable refrigerant systems
Experience in computer networks
Experience in CAD/CAE Software (AutoCAD / EPLAN)
Experience with standard Office Software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook etc.)
Must have 5+ years' experience programming/configuring/troubleshooting Tridium Niagara N4 (or OEM equivalent) for BMS projects
Attend regular in-person meetings with customers outside of assigned office.
Possess driver’s license and vehicle for transportation to customer sites. This position may require ongoing or intermittent use of a company vehicle. Selected candidates must possess an acceptable driving record in accordance to our policy
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.

Nice To Haves

Certification in one or more BMS or Building Automation Platform, such as: Schneider Ecostruxure, Siemens Desigo, Niagara N4 (Tridium or OEM), Ignition etc.
Design Build Institute of America (DBIA)
Certified SCADA Security Architect (CSSA)
Certified Automation Professional (CAP)
Master's degree in electrical engineering, automation engineering, or a related field 5+ years of experience
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, automation engineering, or a related field with 7+ years of experience

Responsibilities

Originates design documents for small and medium projects and in support of large programs.
Narrative Design Documents
Requirements Analysis
Experience reading mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) drawings
Subsystem Designs (CAD / Control Panels / Floorplan Layouts / Wiring / User Interface Graphics Screens/ Hardware / Communications)
Preparation of Specifications
Perform QA/QC and technical reviews of designs and submittal packages
Plans and Designs Procedures and Fixtures for Integrated Systems Factory Testing
Internal/External Comment Resolution
Lead programming / configuration team efforts for complex building automation projects.
Program / Configure / troubleshoot JACE's, programmable BMS controllers, application specific BMS controllers and BMS HMI/touchscreens
Program / Configure / troubleshoot BMS supervisor or head-end software
Build/edit/troubleshoot BMS user interface graphics, including building graphics templates
Author testing / commissioning procedures
Preparation of test reports
Originates test procedures
Commissioning of deployed systems
Development of test fixtures and simulation devices
Perform Factory and Field Testing
Troubleshoot complex BMS issues during testing
Technical support of entry-level engineers and technicians during testing, start-up and commissioning
Support field engineers and technicians troubleshooting on service calls to existing and legacy systems.
Perform hardware / software upgrades and replacements on existing systems.
Conducts any surveys, inspections, tours, etc. of client sites, as required.
Prepares cost estimates and supporting documents for small projects.
Complete control system take-offs from mechanical, electrical and/or controls drawings
Assists senior engineers in preparation of Bids and Proposals cost estimates and supporting documentation.
Evaluation and pricing of change orders
Assigns technical tasks and coordinates with entry-level engineers
Assigns tasks and coordinates with Technical Staff