Retail Security Presales Engineer – Estimation & Solutions

Johnson Controls, Inc.

Metropolitan Borough of Solihull

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee referral scheme

Employee discount platform

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts on Johnson Controls products

Training and career development

Supportive culture

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Presales Engineer / Application Engineer (Sensormatic Solutions) in the Solihull area to support the design, estimation and quotation of retail security solutions across CCTV, EAS and RFID. You will work with sales and project teams to interpret drawings and prepare accurate estimates, delivering proposals to a high standard within tight timescales.

The role combines technical expertise with commercial awareness in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, with

Qualifications

3 to 8 years' experience in estimation, engineering support, presales engineering or a similar technical role.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to create and manage detailed costing spreadsheets.
Ability to read, interpret and analyse PDF drawings, layouts and project documentation.
Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail.
Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
Well-organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Proactive, customer-focused approach and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare accurate project estimates using the Sales & Install (SAI) platform.
Review PDF drawings, project documentation and store layouts to determine system requirements and scope.
Develop and maintain detailed Excel-based estimation worksheets.
Validate quantities, material requirements, labour assumptions and pricing accuracy.
Support the preparation of technical proposals, quotations and customer submissions.
Liaise with sales, engineering and project teams to clarify technical and commercial requirements.
Ensure estimates align with customer specifications, internal standards and project objectives.
Maintain organised project documentation and estimation records.
Support continuous improvement of estimation processes and tools.
Deliver high-quality estimates and presales support within agreed deadlines.