Senior Design Engineer

Johnson Controls; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Design Engineer to focus on security systems. You will design, price, and manage technical solutions for CCTV and integrated systems, ensuring compliance while mentoring junior engineers. Competitive salary and hybrid working conditions offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Performance-based bonus plan

25 days annual leave + bank holidays & sick pay

Pension plan with up to 7% employer match

Life assurance, EAP, and referral scheme

Exclusive discounts

Excellent career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years design experience required.
• 5+ years in Security systems with experience in Fire systems preferred.
• Must have strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver technical solutions for security systems.
• Liaise with clients and manage projects effectively.
• Mentor junior engineers and support team development.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Collaboration in fast-paced environments

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Office Suite

Revit

Job description

Senior Design Engineer

What you will do

Join our Fire & Security team in a role focused on Security systems. You’ll design, price, and deliver technical solutions for CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarm, and integrated security systems across complex client sites. Your work ensures compliance with standards and project requirements while supporting strategic objectives. You’ll also liaise with clients, present solutions, manage projects, and mentor junior engineers.

How you will do it

• Deliver technical Security solutions across multiple disciplines and sites, supporting Fire systems where needed.
• Apply expertise and commercial awareness in planning and delivery.
• Navigate ambiguity, meet deadlines, and manage change effectively.
• Balance competing priorities across projects.
• Embrace new technology and innovation.
• Support and mentor junior team members.

What we offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based bonus plan
• Hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & sick pay
• Option to buy up to 10 extra holidays (35 total)
• Pension plan with up to 7% employer match
• Life assurance, EAP, and referral scheme
• Exclusive discounts (cycle-to-work, Johnson Controls products)
• Excellent career development and progression opportunities

What we look for

Required:

• Lived in the UK for the past 5 years (security clearance required).
• 3+ years design experience (AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Office Suite; Revit preferred).
• 5+ years in Security systems; Fire systems knowledge advantageous.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience in fast-paced, collaborative environments.

Beneficial:

• FIA Advanced Fire Design Certification (support provided).
• Site experience: surveying, installation oversight, client meetings.
• Knowledge of MOJ, BS5839-1, BS7273, BS6266 standards.