Telecommunications Deputy Engineer Leader

Position Overview

About M.C. Dean: M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence – designing, building, operating, and maintaining cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s mission-critical facilities. We deliver resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions. The Mission Critical Telecommunications Deputy Engineer Leader (DEL) plays a pivotal role by leading the design, coordination, and execution of complex telecommunications and infrastructure engineering for data center projects while mentoring the next generation of technical leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee engineering requirements throughout the project lifecycle for mission-critical data center projects.
• Plan, execute, and deliver high-quality, constructible engineering solutions for telecommunications systems.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Networking, AV, Security, MEP, Architecture) to ensure seamless system integration.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff, fostering continuous learning and technical excellence.
• Identify and manage technical risks using avoidance, transference, mitigation, and acceptance strategies.
• Develop solutions to complex engineering challenges while ensuring compliance with industry codes and standards (NFPA, TIA).
• Drive the production of engineering deliverables such as product requirements, drawing packages, system labeling, cabling test plans, and quality control documentation.
• Lead technical discussions with clients and project teams to define requirements, develop solutions, and proactively address challenges.
• Manage the integration and analysis of data from multiple company systems to inform technical solutions.
• Champion engineering best practices, process improvements, and innovation in communications infrastructure scalability and reliability.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify, recommend, and implement work process improvements to achieve project milestones.
• Review technical project details with clients and project leadership to ensure overall project success.
• Maintain positive and assertive relationships with project engineers and stakeholders.
• Develop and provide innovative solutions to technical challenges.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a STEM field from an ABET accredited program.
• +5 years of experience (with a Bachelor's) or +3 years of experience (with a Master's) in engineering, including at least 3 years in mission-critical or data center environments.
• +1 year of leadership experience managing production teams on complex technical projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, Microsoft Office Suite, and other engineering documentation tools.
• Experience with Bluebeam, SharePoint, Procore, Kahua, Autodesk Docs, and other engineering management tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI infrastructure technologies and solutions (e.g., high-density fiber optic cabling solutions), Hot Aisle/Cold Aisle Containment systems, and EPMS/BMS network topology.
• Knowledge of structured cabling systems, telecommunications infrastructure, and low voltage systems (e.g., CCTV, Fire Alarm, DAS, PA, Cable Television).
• Familiarity with TIA standards, NFPA codes, and BICSI standards.
• Understanding of one or more Division 27 low voltage systems with the ability to develop design documentation, support implementation, and commission the system.
• Certifications such as BICSI RCDD or DCDC, manufacturer certifications (e.g., NVIDIA AI Infrastructure, Corning Fiber Design, Fluke Networks Certified Cabling Test Technician), NICET certification, Fundamentals of Engineering (FE/EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) certification, DBIA certification, and LEED training.