Systems Engineer II

Security System Design Engineer

This position is responsible for integrated security system design and review of system functionality to determine proper operation of access control, IP video and other security systems and controls.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare drawings and wiring diagrams, based upon project plans and specifications, showing locations of devices, equipment, and wiring etc. for low voltage electrical projects.
• Develops functional design, construction drawings, relay settings, and equipment specifications for protection, control, and communications equipment.
• Preparing electrical construction documents for both building renovations and new construction projects.
• Designing and applying low voltage systems, including security networks, IP Video, mass notification, and security systems.
• Responsible for all aspects of low voltage design within designated projects.
• Conducts surveys to gather field data; prepares drawings, layouts, and other visual aids; prepares technical construction drawings. Reviews the development of designs for compliance with applicable codes, adopted engineering standards, and good engineering practices.
• Deliver technical presentations to internal and external audiences as required as part of the design process.
• Work in a close team environment with Sales, Project Management, and Installation Departments
• Work with CAD Drafters to produce installation and drawing packages.
• Engineering sales support and review of the functionality and design of systems being proposed by account managers.
• Set-up and test new products and design concepts such as network devices, custom designed systems, etc.
• Coaching and Mentoring of System Designers and Systems Engineers as requested.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Technical 2 year degree or better and/or 1-3 years of security industry design experience
• 3 or more years experience engineering low voltage systems, preferably experience with AV, DAS and/or Structured Cabling as well.
• Certification in 2 Access Control platforms or equivalent documented experience
• Certification in 2 Video Management platforms or equivalent documented experience
• Certification in 1 Intrusion platform or equivalent documented experience
• Knowledge of NEC Code and low voltage systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computerized business systems
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Networking and/or SQL.
• General knowledge of network security principals including data routing, switching, wireless radios, multicasting, VPNs, Enterprise VMS, AV, DAS and/or Structured Cabling, and Enterprise level Access Control Systems.

Physical Demands:

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Must be able to effectively communicate, (ie see, hear, speak and write clearly) in order to communicate with colleagues and/or customers; manual dexterity required for occasional reaching, lifting of light office objects, and operating office equipment

Working Conditions:

In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate

Additional Information:

• Working Hours: This position generally works Monday- Friday, overtime and on call when necessary
• Travel Requirements: Travel not required
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K w/ company match, Life/AD&D/LTD, Paid Vacation/Sick/Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.