Engineering Leader Jobs in Virginia
Engineering Leader jobs in Virginia are open across Richmond, Tysons, and Virginia Beach and other Virginia metros, with employers like M.C. Dean, Berkley Technology Services, and Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
About M.C. Dean
M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence®. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 9,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.
Why Join Us?
Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.
We are seeking a Deputy Engineering Leader 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:
- Leading complex technical discussions, projects, and/or programs.
- Validating world class technical solutions on projects.
- Ensuring engineering best practices are followed across multiple engineering and solution disciplines.
- Managing technical risk on a project.
- Providing oversight, direction, and technical expertise to engineering teams on a project.
- Preparing client-specific physical security technology solutions including cutting edge credential technology, AI vision systems, drone and drone interdiction systems, access control, intrusion detection, video management systems, and complex integrations.
- Driving the development and maintenance of project artifacts from the requirements capture stage through the launch of new technology.
- Identifying, recommending, and implementing work process improvements.
- Reviewing technical project details with project leadership.
- Managing the integration of data from multiple systems and analyzing the data to draw insights on project technical solutions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience:
- Minimum 5+ year’s recent experience in the construction industry with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, 3+ year’s recent experience in the construction industry with a Master's Degree in Engineering.
- Detailed, motivated, self-starter; must be able to work independently and lead in a team environment.
- Strong engineering & administration experience with most of the following core platforms and services:
- Access Control Systems such as CCURE 9000, Lenel OnGuard, Honeywell Prowatch, AMAG.
- Video Management Systems such as Milestone XProtect, Genetec, Lenel Video management.
- Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems such as Senstar, Southwest Microwave, SightLogix.
- Other Electronic Security Systems such as Zenitel, HID, WIDS.
- Familiarity with design/administration tools such as REVIT, Bluebeam, Autocad, ACC, Procore.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Windows Server, Windows 11 and general networking.
- Microsoft Windows 11 Deployment and Administration.
- Familiarity with Cyber security requirements.
- Familiarity with inside plant and outside plant telecom requirements.
- 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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Design: background in design and engineering of mission critical facilities. Skill in calculations for electrical construction.
- Build: interest in the manufacture of modular builds for electrical construction.
- Delivery: serving as onsite liaison, overseeing installation, testing, & commission of electrical construction.
- PE License: willingness to obtain Professional Engineer license highly preferred.
- Software: Revit MEP, Navisworks, Bluebeam, MS Office, ETAP/SKM, AGI32, etc. highly preferred.
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.
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 $104,240.00 - USD $156,360.00 /Yr.
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Who's Hiring
- M.C. Dean14

- Berkley Technology Services3

- Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company2

- ECS Limited2

- Ge Grid Solutions2

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services24
- Technology & Software6
- Insurance3
- Energy2
- Construction & Real Estate1
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering leader jobs across Virginia.
- 7 or more years of software engineering experience including people management
- Demonstrated ability to hire, develop, and retain engineering talent
- Experience delivering large-scale distributed systems or platform infrastructure
- Proficiency with agile delivery frameworks such as Scrum or SAFe
- Strong cross-functional collaboration with product, design, and data teams
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Engineering Leader Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many engineering leader jobs are there in Virginia?
There are 34+ engineering leader openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Richmond, Tysons, and Virginia Beach. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.
Which Virginia cities have the most engineering leader jobs?
Richmond, Tysons, and Virginia Beach have the most engineering leader openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire engineering leaders in Virginia?
Employers hiring engineering leaders in Virginia include M.C. Dean, Berkley Technology Services, and Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote engineering leader jobs in Virginia?
Yes. About 21% of engineering leader openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.
How do I apply for engineering leader jobs in Virginia?
You can apply to engineering leader jobs in Virginia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Virginia location, then apply to each one that fits.
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