Security Engineer
Role summary
The Physical Security Engineer will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of CCTV and Access Control systems, including design, documentation, and support. This hybrid role involves conducting site surveys, creating effective security designs and drawings, specifying appropriate equipment, and providing post-sale engineering support. The engineer will also assist with RFP and bid response processes, attend team meetings, and engage in technical and cultural development. Key responsibilities include gathering necessary project information, supporting customer interactions, estimating labor and materials, and maintaining company vehicles and stock. A High School diploma or GED and 5+ years of related experience are required.
Our New Teammate
The Physical Security Engineer is responsible for the design, documentation, and support of CCTV and Access Control systems from pre-sale through post-sale activities. This role combines technical design expertise with customer interaction, project support, and continuous development.
You can expect to spend your time accomplishing the following:
- 45% of the time on Objective 1: CCTV and Access Control System Design.
- 35% of the time on Objective 2: Providing Post-Sale Engineering Support.
- 10% of the time on Objective 4: Team Meetings and Proposals
- 5% of the time on Objective 3: Assist with the RFP and Bid Response Process.
- 5% of the time on Objective 5: Technical and Cultural Development.
Job Responsibilities - What to Expect
- Diligently complete detailed and thorough site surveys and create effective security designs and preliminary design drawings based on the assessment.
- Proactively and correctly spec the proper equipment that fulfills the design, corresponds with networking and application specifications, and meets customer expectations.
- Proactively gather all necessary information necessary for successful project implementation, and support customer interactions, labor estimates, and BOM drafting.
- Expertly create CRF documentation to obtain IP information, complete pre-site walkthroughs, and update vision drawings with all changes.
- Collaboratively assist with creating technical responses and pricing labor and materials for RFPs and other bids.
- Graciously attend daily engineering standups, weekly proposal meetings for upcoming projects, and other meetings as required.
- Responsibly maintain company vehicles and other company equipment when driving to and from customer locations and optimize minimum/maximum levels of stock material in each company vehicle.
Your Knowledge & Expertise
- High School diploma or GED.
- 5+ years of experience working in a related field.
- 5+ years of experience working in CCTV systems and Access Control systems.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Visio, Outlook, Excel, Word, SharePoint)
- Experience with Bluebeam, Site Surveyor, IPVM preferred.
- Experience with Manufacturer design tools, portals, and training such as Axis Site Designer, Wisenet Toolbox Plus, Genetec Portal, and Genetec University.
- Ability to obtain manufacturing and industry certifications.
- Ability to self-manage, cooperate, and coordinate with teams.
- Current driver’s license with a good driving record.
- Ability to pass a county/state security clearance.
- Physical & On-Site Requirements:
- Ability to perform on-site surveys, which may include standing or walking for up to 8 hours.
- Travel to and from jobsites. Occasional out-of-state travel may require an overnight stay.
- Ability to lift and carry 50lbs. of equipment
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders during site assessments
Working Conditions: Hybrid setup
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