What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Presales Engineer position at Pavion?
Pavion Connects and Protects by providing innovative fire, security, and communication integration solutions to customers across 70 U.S. locations and 22 countries. We bring industry-leading expertise to clients in enterprise, healthcare, education, government, data center, and retail industries.
As a global leader, Pavion specializes in the design, installation, service, and maintenance of cutting-edge fire alarm systems, critical communications, video surveillance, access control, and advanced AV technologies. Our mission is to bring clarity and transformation to safety, security, and communication through integral technology and radical service.
With a commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence, Pavion ensures scalable, future-ready solutions tailored to meet and exceed our clients’ needs. Learn more at www.pavion.com
Pavion and our family of companies are seeking a talented and motivated Security Presales Engineer to join our security business unit.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Perform cost estimating of CCTV, Access Control & Intrusion Detection Systems
- Manage the design process, create material list and project scope documents
- Survey existing security systems and provide detailed upgrade or replacement information
- Create submittal packages of designed systems
- Coordinate engineering deliverable schedules with project stakeholders
- Prepare design documents, specifications and drawings required for design/build project
- A complete understanding of the principles and concepts of access control, intrusion detection and camera surveillance systems
- Demonstrated ability in Excel and Word
- The ability to provide detailed material and labor cost estimates
- Proficient in reading and understanding RFP documents, contract specifications, life safety, architectural and electrical drawings
- The ability to review any local, state or federal codes and interpret these codes as related to a project
- Understanding of hardware schedules and how to apply to designs
- Understanding of Door Hardware and Schedules
- In-depth knowledge of life safety systems (fire alarm, mass notification, etc.) and security systems (CCTV, access control, intrusion detection)
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design tools for system layouts and schematics
- Strong understanding of networking and communication protocols in safety/security systems
Basic Qualifications:
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High School Diploma or GED
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Minimum of 5 years’ experience in security system design (CCTV, Access Control, Intrusion Detection)
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Experience with AutoCAD
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Expertise in industry standards (NFPA, UL, local codes) and knowledge of relevant safety and security technologies
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Fundamental understanding of Excel and Word
Preferred Qualifications:
- DCJS Electronic Security Technician
Disclaimer: This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not be construed as a contract for employment.
Pavion is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
