Physical Security Systems Engineer

• Be available during regular business hours to address client needs and support internal staff, with flexibility for after-hours work as required.
• Apply quality assurance processes throughout the design phase, including design criteria submission, checklists, and interdisciplinary coordination.
• Ensure technical accuracy by reviewing and verifying all work, collaborating with team members across disciplines as needed.
• Develop innovative solutions to design challenges.
• Perform calculations for network bandwidth and storage requirements using engineering principles.
• Lead client programming efforts to define functional and technical requirements.
• Design and select solutions that align with project-specific standards and requirements.
• Oversee the technical design of physical security systems, including access control, intrusion detection, video surveillance, and Security Operations Center (SOC) solutions.
• Coordinate door hardware schedules with project architects and develop supporting security device matrices and detailed door plans.
• Work closely with the design team to integrate supporting infrastructure, such as pathways, equipment layouts, power, and grounding.
• Prepare and modify standard contract documents, including functional diagrams, drawings, Division 28 - Electronic Safety and Security specifications, bills of materials, and RFP documents to align with project needs.
• Review product data submittals for compliance with contract documents.
• Serve as a consultant to clients and provide technical guidance to junior staff assigned to projects.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, materials, bidding, and construction administration, including conducting detailed site inspections and generating reports.
• Review submittals and ensure timely and accurate responses to construction RFIs.
• Assist in drafting reports, recommendations, and opinions for the Project Manager regarding project direction.
• May serve as Lead Project Manager, Engineer, or Field Engineer, conducting site visits and documenting observations.
• Participate in project meetings, including kickoff, design coordination, OAC, and construction meetings.
• Maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development efforts, including scope and fee development, proposals, service requests, and client interviews.
• Engage with industry professionals, including manufacturers, representatives, distributors, and contractors. Attend industry events for education and networking.

• 10 years of experience in security systems design and implementation.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam is required.
• Proficiency in MS Office, BIM Tools, and Bluebeam Studio.
• Familiarity with industry-leading security manufacturers and solutions, including Lenel, Milestone, Honeywell, S2, Avigilon, Bosch, Schlage, ASSA ABLOY, and AXIS.
• Passion for teamwork and delivering client-focused solutions.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Physical Security Professional (PSC/PSP) certification is a plus.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit is a plus.
• Certified Protection Professional (CPP) and Industrial Security Professional (ISP) certifications are a plus.

• May be tasked with lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 25 lbs., if able to do so.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time and walk/stand for moderate periods of time.
• Must be able to bend at the knees and waist frequently
• Must be able to repetitively use a telephone and a computer mouse and keyboard.

Salary : $110,000 - $130,000