Mechanical Engineer 5 - Active TS/SCI

OverviewM.C. Dean is Building Intelligence®. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most recognizable mission critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. The company’s capabilities include electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audio visual, and IT systems. M.C. Dean is headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, and employs more than 7,000 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems; and deliver the management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability. Why join M.C. Dean? Our people are 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.Clearance Requirement: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; Active TS/SCI clearance required to start. Candidates must be willing and able to obtain a Polygraph as a condition of continued employment.Disclaimer:Applicant must successfully meet all customer-imposed requirements. Such requirements may include, but are not limited to, completion of a customer-provided weapons qualification program, successful completion of customer-directed medical screening, and fulfillment of any additional training, certifications, or evaluations as required by the customer.ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to lead and support design, bid, and execution of mechanical systems work within a facilities operations and maintenance environment. This role requires technical expertise, field coordination, and project ownership from concept through completion.Design Work:Develop and review mechanical system designs (HVAC, piping, plumbing, and related infrastructure)Perform load calculations, equipment sizing, and system layouts using AutoCAD/Revit and relevant softwareEnsure all designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and sustainability goalsBid Work:Create scopes of work, technical specifications, and detailed bid packagesEvaluate contractor proposals and assist with bid selection and procurement strategyParticipate in pre-bid meetings and respond to RFIs as neededRun Work (Execution & Oversight):Provide technical oversight during construction, repair, or retrofit projectsCoordinate closely with contractors, field technicians, and stakeholdersPerform site inspections, submittal reviews, punch lists, and ensure project quality and complianceMonitor schedules and budgets, resolving issues to maintain project delivery standardsFacilities Support:Provide engineering support for ongoing operations, preventive maintenance planning, and system troubleshootingCollaborate with facilities managers and maintenance teams to identify system upgrades or lifecycle replacementsMaintain as-built documentation and contribute to asset management systemsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or a related engineering discipline10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical design, project execution, or facilities engineering Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; Active TS/SCI clearance required to start. Candidates must be willing and able to obtain a Polygraph as a condition of continued employment.Must have passed the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, highly preferred.Proficiency in HVAC, plumbing, mechanical systems, and construction managementExperience with AutoCAD, Revit, MS Project, and engineering software (e.g., Carrier HAP, Trane Trace)Familiarity with ASHRAE standards, IBC, and local building codesStrong communication, coordination, and documentation skillsDesired / Advantageous Qualifications: Work within government, commercial, healthcare, or mission-critical facilitiesExperience managing subcontractors and vendorsUnderstanding of energy efficiency, commissioning, and sustainability practicesWe offer an excellent benefits package including:A competitive salaryMedical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurancePaid time offTuition reimbursement401k Retirement PlanMilitary Reserve pay offsetPaid maternity leaveAbilities: 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 RangeUSD $150,080.00 - USD $187,600.00 /Yr.