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Dean, Inc. - **Location:** Frederick, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $90,640.0 - $113,300.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** AutoCAD, Systems Engineering, System Programming, Systems Integration, Integration Tests, Information Technology, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) - **Published:** September 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18264550?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18264550%2FDesign-Engineer-Staff-2-Maryland-Frederick ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline (BS) such as Electrical Engineering or Systems Engineering * Two (2)+ years of experience in engineering, with preferred experience in design build * Must have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced collaborative environment * Ability to effectively communicate with various customers, vendors, and peers * Experience leading large scale designs * Ability to effectively work with AutoCAD 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. ## Description The Engineer provides system programming and management support for large scale networking infrastructures. The responsibilities include the administration and maintenance of high performance computer configurations as well as other systems and peripherals' participating in system integration projects, system performance analyses, problem resolution, and system security initiatives; works with senior staff in the development of system management tools; and works with other Company Departments to provide a comprehensive support infrastructure for a wide range of commercial, corporate, and governmental users., * Development of Engineering Installation Design Packages including the creation of Block Diagrams, Riser Diagrams, Mounting and Wiring Details in AutoCAD * Create Project and Device schedules with the Engineering Installation Design Packages * Create Cable, Device, and Performance Verification Test Plans * Assist in the Bids and Proposals process to capture new work * Participate in site surveys during all phases of projects. * Participate in Pre-Installation Testing and Checkout (PITCO) processes including System programming, integration testing, and equipment build outs. * Assist various calculations; including but not limited to power, heat, voltage drop, conduit sizing and bandwidth. * Assist with development of sequence of operations, compliance matrices and other project support documentation. * Developing a basic understanding of related industry documentation such as NEC, NFPA, UL Code (294, 1076, and 2050), ICD 705, NISPOM. * Participate in new product evaluations and recommendations. * Contributing to engineering by suggesting improvement and researching questions. * This position will rotate through various areas of M.C. 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