Pre-Sales Engineer - Physical Security Systems

Pre-Sales Engineer Specializing In Physical Security Systems

VSecure USA is seeking an experienced Pre-Sales Engineer specializing in Physical Security Systems. This position is responsible for developing technical solutions for physical security projects including access control, IP video surveillance, intrusion alarm systems, intercoms, and integrated low-voltage systems. The ideal candidate has strong physical security industry experience with the ability to evaluate project requirements, develop accurate system designs and documentation, and support projects from initial sales opportunity through handoff to operations.

Location & Work Environment

• Full-time in-office position located in Venice, Florida
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project needs
• Fast-paced environment supporting multiple sales opportunities and projects simultaneously

Key Responsibilities

• Review RFPs, RFQs, architectural drawings, construction documents, specifications, site surveys, and customer requirements
• Develop comprehensive Bills of Materials (BOMs), Statements of Work (SOWs), and supporting technical documentation
• Design physical security solutions involving access control, IP video surveillance, intrusion alarm systems, intercoms, and related low-voltage infrastructure
• Determine appropriate equipment, device quantities, system architecture, licensing, and infrastructure requirement
• Identify scope gaps, design conflicts, missing information, and technical risks during the pre-sales process
• Support Sales with technical discovery, site walks, system design, product selection, and customer presentations
• Assist with project estimating by identifying required hardware, materials, labor requirements, and other project considerations
• Coordinate with manufacturers, distributors, vendors, and internal technical resources to validate system design and equipment compatibility
• Develop system layouts, riser diagrams, device schedules, and other design documentation as required
• Ensure proposed solutions are technically feasible, scalable, cost-effective, and aligned with customer requirements
• Participate in internal solution reviews and project handoffs from Sales to Project Management and Operations
• Provide technical clarification and design support during project execution as needed
• Maintain strong working knowledge of physical security industry standards, products, and emerging technologies

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the physical security, low-voltage, security integration, system design, or related industry
• Strong experience with access control systems, IP video surveillance, intrusion alarm systems, and integrated physical security platforms
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, floor plans, door schedules, riser diagrams, and technical specifications
• Experience developing Bills of Materials, Statements of Work, system designs, or similar technical project documentation
• Strong understanding of access control hardware, IP cameras, intrusion devices, intercoms, and supporting low-voltage infrastructure
• Working knowledge of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, PoE, VLANs, network switching, and structured cabling
• Ability to identify scope gaps, compatibility issues, and technical requirements during the design process
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong documentation and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent opportunities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Verkada certifications preferred
• Experience with Verkada, Mercury-based systems, enterprise access control systems, or similar physical security platforms
• CAD, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Revit, Visio, or similar design software experience preferred but not required
• Experience in the physical security integration industry strongly preferred
• Experience with enterprise or multi-site deployments preferred
• OSHA certifications preferred (OSHA 10 and/or OSHA 30)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to travel to customer sites when required
• Ability to work extended hours as needed to support project schedules and deadlines