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Senior Design Engineer
Johnson Controls. Design integrated electronic security systems including CCTV, ACS, IDS and PIDS for projects ranging from small installations to multi-million-pound enterprise solutions .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in designing integrated electronic security systems, including CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Detection, and Perimeter Detection, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. Proficient in producing technical designs and documentation, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
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Electronic Security Systems DesignCCTV System KnowledgeAccess Control ExpertiseTechnical Documentation ProductionStakeholder Management
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Hard Skills
System Architecture DesignTechnical Design DocumentationSite Survey AssessmentSecurity Solution DevelopmentInterpretation of Electrical DrawingsIntegrated Security SolutionsSecurity System IntegrationIP-Based TechnologiesHigh-Security Environment DesignLarge-Scale Project Experience
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsCollaboration with Project TeamsTroubleshooting Support
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeVisio
Certifications & Qualifications
UK Security Clearance (SC)Qualification in Electronics Engineering
Industry Keywords
Electronic Security IndustryCommissioningService EngineeringCritical InfrastructureSecurity Standards
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Design integrated electronic security systems including CCTV, ACS, IDS and PIDS for projects ranging from small installations to multi-million-pound enterprise solutions
- Produce detailed technical designs, system architectures, schematics, specifications and supporting documentation
- Conduct site surveys and assess customer requirements to develop compliant and cost-effective security solutions
- Collaborate with sales and project teams to support bid activities, solution development and project delivery
- Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support throughout the design and implementation phases
- Liaise with customers, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors to ensure successful project outcomes
- Prepare and maintain documentation using Microsoft Office and Visio
- Review architectural, electrical and network drawings to support system design activities
- Ensure all designs comply with customer specifications, industry standards and security requirements
Requirements
What you’ll need- Experience in the electronic security industry, ideally in a Design, Commissioning or Service Engineering role
- Strong technical knowledge of enterprise security systems including CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Detection and Perimeter Detection
- Ability to interpret architectural, electrical and network drawings
- Experience producing or supporting technical system designs and documentation
- Understanding of integrated security solutions and associated technologies
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Visio
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Full UK driving licence
- Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC)
- Qualification in Electronics Engineering, Security Engineering or a related discipline is beneficial
- Experience designing high-security or critical infrastructure environments is beneficial
- Knowledge of security system integration platforms and IP-based technologies is beneficial
- Previous experience working on large-scale enterprise security projects is beneficial
- Existing Security Clearance is beneficial
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive salary plus bonus plan
- Hybrid working
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Option to purchase up to 10 additional days annual leave
- Company pension with up to 7% employer contribution
- Life assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee referral scheme
- Employee discounts and retail savings
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Discounts on Johnson Controls products
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Supportive, collaborative and safety-driven culture