M.C. Dean, Inc.

Design Engineer 3 - San Jose, CA

M.C. Dean, Inc. • $114K — $171K *
San Jose, CA 95123In-Person
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (required) or Master's degree (preferred)
  • 5+ years of experience in relevant engineering roles
  • Strong background in electronic security systems and applications
  • Familiarity with software defined networking and data center environments
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

  • Define project scope based on customer needs to provide high-quality design solutions
  • Review RFPs and client specifications for project bids
  • Develop Bills of Materials (BOM) and cost estimates for bids
  • Create validation procedures for system configuration and test plans
  • Lead complex projects while mentoring team members to ensure quality delivery
  • Collaborate with installation and project management teams to uphold standards
  • Assist in troubleshooting and commissioning security systems at construction sites

Benefits

  • Collaborative team environment focused on innovation and customer outcomes
  • Clear growth opportunities backed by an established 75-year firm
  • Professional and technical training initiatives available
  • Open communication culture with senior leadership
Full Job Description
Overview

We are seeking a Design Engineer 3 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, it systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets.

Responsibilities

  • Define and determine design projects scope of work based on customers' needs
    providing high quality design solutions and incorporating new models to augment design
    standards
  • Review Request for Proposals (RFP) documentation, Statement of Work, and Client
    Specifications provided for new project bids.
  • Develop Bill of Materials (BOM) and Cost Estimates for new project bids.
  • Develop procedures to validate system configuration, test plans,
    deployment/commissioning plans and administration procedures.
  • Developing and improving design standards.
  • Provide Quality Control review of shop drawing packages before they are submitted to
    the client.
  • Leading complex projects, mentoring and overseeing projects execution through design
    excellence processes, ensuring high delivery quality
  • Design, sustain, and provide technical support for deployed security systems.
  • Partner with engineering leadership to identify skill gaps and prioritize training initiatives.
  • Collaborate with installation, deployment, and Project Management teams to ensure
    standards are maintained, provide recommendations and guidance on solution
    deployments, and assist in resolving issues at a high level.
  • Collaborate with other engineering teams on new technology developments or changes
    in customers' environments that may require new solutions.
  • Assist at construction sites with coordination of installation, troubleshooting, and
    commissioning the security systems.
  • Working knowledge and/or certification with electronic security systems and applications
    like CCURE (Software House), Genetec, Lenel, Milestone, HID, Axis, and/or others.
  • Candidates should have in-depth knowledge and understanding of how these systems
    operate and be familiar with flaws and improvements.
  • Help identify, as needed, new technologies and/or changes in customer environments
    that may require new solutions and present them to the senior engineering management
    to be developed

Qualifications

Education/Experience:
  • Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical, or a Related Engineering Discipline or Information Technology degree.
  • Master's Degree in Engineering and 3+ Years of experience preferred or
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and 5+ Years of experience required
  • Strong engineering & administration experience with most of the following core platforms and services:
    • Access Control Systems such as CCURE 9000 or Lenel OnGuard.
    • Video Management Systems such as Milestone XProtect or Genetec.
    • Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems such as Senstar and Southwest Microwave.
    • Other Electronic Security Systems such as Zenitel, Gatekeeper, HID, CertiPath, or D3.
    • Hypervisors such as everRun, VMware ESXi and vSphere.
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2016-2025 Deployment and Administration.
    • Microsoft Windows 11 Deployment and Administration.
    • Microsoft Windows Server Features such as: DNS, DFS, DHCP and KMS
    • Active Directory and defining, implementing, and maintaining Group Policy.
    • Data center networking fundamentals (experience with software defined data center networks a plus.
    • Hyperconverged storage fundamentals.
    • Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining highly secure and reliable solutions that meet all organizational Cybersecurity and Information Assurance requirements.
    • Experience performing security scans, performing system updates, and applying security configurations, e.g., DISA STIG/SRGs to system hardware and software.
    • Experience with Data Center Automation and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), API management, scripting languages including PowerShell, Python, JSON, Bash, etc.
    • Strong Oral, Written and Presentation Skills with the ability and experience communicating directly with executive leadership.
    • Demonstrated background working with multidisciplinary teams.
    • Demonstrated time management and organization skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives.
    • Strong MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio Skills is a plus.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:
  • Experience designing, deploying, and maintaining SQL Database Infrastructure such as Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Experience engineering and implementing platforms and services in a software-defined network environment.
  • Experience with Enterprise Deployment Solutions such as SCCM/MECM, Manage Engine, PDQ, etc.
  • Vendor certifications for any of the previously mentioned platforms and services.

What we offer:
  • A collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust.
  • An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years.
  • Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement.
  • Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.

We offer an excellent benefits package including:
  • A competitive salary
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Military Reserve pay offset
  • Paid maternity leave

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 $114,640.00 - USD $171,960.00 /Yr.

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