Senior Electronic Security Systems Designer

Senior Electronic Security Systems Designer - Boston, MA (Hybrid Work Environment)

About Us!

Vanderweil Engineers is a nationally recognized, top-ranked engineering firm specializing in MEP/FP and technology services. For over 75 years, we've delivered innovative solutions across diverse sectors-including Science & Technology, Mission Critical, Academic, Healthcare, and Commercial. As one of the largest independently owned engineering firms in the U.S., our team of 500+ professionals operates from nine offices nationwide, bringing deep expertise and a commitment to excellence to every project.

Our Technology Design Group works on mission critical projects supporting telecom, audio/visual and security systems. You will lead projects and coordinate Revit designers. Expand your skillset and have a voice by working outside the box with the way we approach projects at Vanderweil. Join us to do the best work of your career as a Senior Electronic Security Systems (ESS) Designer on our growing team at our headquarters in Boston, MA. (Seaport District - Hybrid role)

Some of your responsibilities include the following:

• Define and develop requirements based on customer input and need, research equipment, and create basis of design documents, construction drawings, and specifications.
• Project managerto coordinatewith architects and construction staff to lead the securityportionof construction planning.
• Oversee the final system testing and turnover and ensure the proper system and operations documentation is furnished to the client.

Essential Skills & Requirements

• 10+ years' experience in designing, budgeting, programming, and engineering of traditional and IP based security systems, including access control, intrusion detection and closed-circuit TV
• Project management ability including the managing of multiple large projects and personnel
• Revit or AutoCAD is a plus
• Technology infrastructure and audio-visual competence, consulting and design is a plus

Our Flexible & Hybrid Work Culture

We know that work/life integration is important to our employees. Our hybrid work style (up to 2 days remote per week) allows team members to have flexibility while building their skills through in-person exposure to industry experts.


We prioritize wellness with programs that support physical and behavioral health, and we're proud to foster an equitable and inclusive workplace.

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The total compensation that we expect to pay for this position is dependent on years of experience, licensure, education, geographic location, and project portfolio but expected to be in the $100,000 to $150,000 range.