Engineer 4 - Columbia, SC

About the role

M.C. Dean is seeking an Engineer 4 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business unit. As part of the SES Strategic Business Unit, you will design, engineer, integrate, operate, and maintain electronic security services, including intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audiovisual, IT systems, perimeter defense, and command and control systems for federal, local, and commercial customers across high-growth markets.

Responsibilities

• Provide system programming and management support for large-scale networking infrastructures, including administration and maintenance of high-performance computer configurations, systems, and peripherals.
• Participate in system integration projects, performance analyses, problem resolution, and security initiatives.
• Collaborate with senior staff to develop system management tools and support infrastructure for commercial, corporate, and governmental users.
• Maintain system documentation and maintenance records; generate weekly and/or monthly summary status reports.
• Dedicate 4–6 hours per week to staying current on industry trends and available products and services.
• Perform staging and setup for project support and self-instruction.
• Work closely with Systems Engineers to install and configure networks based on an Installation Design Package (IDP) to meet customer needs.
• Research equipment from multiple manufacturers to resolve technical issues during installation and testing.
• Collaborate with the Design Department to identify and correct design problems during the design cycle.
• Suggest process improvements and cost-saving measures to aid the Implementation Department for future installations.
• Provide systems support for a large-scale, high-performance computing center, including installation and management of computer systems, workstations, operating systems, peripherals, and system interfaces.
• Monitor system usage and evaluate performance against defined goals with senior staff.
• Develop and maintain systems documentation.
• Design automation systems, including lists of quantities and types of materials used.
• Create user guideline documentation and manuals for custom programs and applications.
• Work within a lab environment to learn various IT and ESS systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• 7+ years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity, with a focus on providing systems engineering services for physical security systems and IT solutions.
• U.S. citizenship is required; selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information (no clearance required at hire).
• Must obtain Security+ certification within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time.

Skills

• Strong oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Time management and organizational skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is a plus.
• Exposure to computer screens for extended periods.
• Ability to sit for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity for tasks such as typing and manipulating objects (e.g., using a keyboard).
• Strong listening and comprehension skills for understanding spoken information.
• Effective verbal communication to convey information clearly.
• Reading comprehension for understanding written information.
• Problem-solving skills to apply general rules to specific issues.
• Ability to understand and interpret speech from others.

Benefits

• A collaborative team environment inspired by engineering and innovation to enhance customer outcomes and improve lives.
• Core values of agility, expertise, and trust driving a forward-thinking work culture.
• Opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm established for 75 years.
• Investment in professional and technical development through training programs, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement.
• Open and transparent communication with senior leadership and local office management.