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PhysicalSecuritySystemDesignEngineer
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“Physical Security System Design Engineer. Skills: Security technology engineering, CAD tools, Security platforms. Develop design packages. Review design packages”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver compliant solutions; Deliver high-quality solutions; Ensure integrated system designs; Support design decisions; Validate system performance; Validate system compliance; Ensure timely delivery; Ensure cost-effective delivery
Industry & Context.
Technical calculations; System performance assessments; Resolving technical issues
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years physical security system design, Proficiency with CAD tools, Hands-on experience with security platforms, Lenel required, Analytical skills, Excellent communication skills, Highly organized, Detail-oriented, Understanding of physical security systems
Nice to Have
Associate degree preferred, Autodesk certification preferred, Relevant technical training preferred, Experience producing technical drawings, Exposure to Genetec, Exposure to C•CURE, Exposure to similar systems preferred
What You'll Do.
Develop design packages
Review design packages
Refine design packages
Conduct technical studies
Support project managers
Coordinate with architectural teams
Coordinate with electrical teams
Coordinate with mechanical teams
Coordinate with IT infrastructure teams
Research security technologies
Evaluate security technologies
Support testing activities
Support commissioning activities
Support quality assurance activities
Assist resolving technical issues
Contribute to project planning
Contribute to budgeting
Contribute to design coordination
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Architectural teams; Electrical teams; Mechanical teams; IT infrastructure teams
Communication Scope
Present technical concepts
Process & Methodology
Project planning, Budgeting, Design coordination
Full Job Description
## Accountabilities Develop, review, and refine detailed physical security system design packages, including plans, diagrams, schedules, and technical specifications. Conduct advanced technical studies such as cable sizing, voltage drop, power calculations, bandwidth estimation, and equipment layout validation. Serve as a technical SME supporting project managers and design teams in delivering compliant, high-quality security solutions. Coordinate with architectural, electrical, mechanical, and IT infrastructure teams to ensure integrated system designs. Research and evaluate security technologies, products, and systems to support design decisions and continuous improvement. Support testing, commissioning, and quality assurance activities to validate system performance and compliance. Assist in resolving technical issues related to codes, standards, and system implementation challenges. Contribute to project planning, budgeting, and design coordination to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery. Requirements: 5+ years of experience in physical security system design or security technology engineering roles. Associate degree or equivalent experience; Autodesk certification or relevant technical training preferred. Strong proficiency with CAD tools such as Revit and/or AutoCAD, including experience producing technical drawings. Hands-on experience with security platforms such as Lenel (required), with exposure to Genetec, C•CURE, or similar systems preferred. Familiarity with engineering tools including Bluebeam, Navisworks, and Microsoft Office suite. Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform technical calculations and system performance assessments. Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple technical deliverables simultaneously. Strong understanding of physical security systems, infrastructure integration, and industry
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