Project Engineer - Electrical Security

Holt Engineering Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security systems provider is seeking an experienced ICTS Project Engineer to deliver integrated security systems across various sites in the UK and Europe. The successful candidate will lead installation teams and ensure compliance with standards. Strong technical skills in access control and CCTV, along with excellent communication and leadership abilities, are essential. The position offers competitive salary, extensive travel opportunities, and various employee benefits including health insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Private health insurance

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Opportunities for training and progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in installing and commissioning security systems.
• Strong understanding of CCTV and integrated systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation teams for integrated security systems.
• Ensure compliance with specification and client expectations.
• Supervise site activities and conduct inspections.
• Coordinate project delivery with stakeholders.
• Manage smaller installations when needed.

Skills

Experience in security system installation

Technical understanding of access control

Leadership and team management

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility to travel extensively

Job description

ICTS Project Engineer – Security Systems

Location: UK / Europe (Extensive travel across Europe)

Sector: Security, ICT & Integrated Systems

Salary: £50-60,000 DOE

Holt Engineering Group is working with a well-established and forward‑thinking security systems provider delivering cutting‑edge electronic security and life‑safety solutions across the UK and Europe.

We’re recruiting for an experienced ICTS Project Engineer to support the delivery of advanced integrated security systems across a diverse portfolio of sites throughout the UK and Europe.

This is an exciting opportunity for a technically skilled engineer who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys travel, and wants to be part of a forward‑thinking team driving high‑quality, technology‑led security projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support installation teams in the delivery of integrated security systems, including CCTV, access control, and intrusion detection
• Ensure all works are completed to specification, compliance standards, and client expectations
• Supervise site activities, acting as Senior Installation Engineer where required
• Conduct site inspections, testing, and commissioning
• Coordinate project delivery with internal departments and client stakeholders
• Occasionally project‑manage smaller installations on‑site or within the service department
• Travel regularly across Europe, with periods of time spent working away

What You’ll Need

• Proven experience in security system installation, commissioning, or project engineering
• Strong technical understanding of access control, CCTV, and integrated systems
• Confident leading teams and managing subcontractors on‑site
• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem‑solving skills
• High level of professionalism with a hands‑on, customer‑focused approach
• Flexibility to travel extensively across Europe
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

• Employee‑owned business – share in the company’s success and future growth
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Private health insurance (x2) plus annual wellbeing and health screening
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 health and wellbeing support
• Life Assurance (4x salary) from day one
• Excellent opportunities for training, progression, and international project exposure

If you would like some more information regarding the ICTS Project Engineer role, please contact me.