Technical Design Engineer

chubbfiresecurity; Alexandria; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Employee Referral Scheme (£1000)

Company Pension Scheme (5% matched)

Life Assurance (4 x Basic Salary)

Employee Scholarship Scheme

Central Benefits Platform discounts

Same day Online GP

Health & Wellbeing Resources

Job summary

Frontline Security Solutions is seeking a Technical Design Engineer to technically review tender documentation and proposals to ensure compliance. The role supports sales and estimating teams with design packs and pre-construction design handover.

It operates on a hybrid model with home working, client visits, and our Chalfont St Peter office. You will work on system design, topology and product knowledge in electronic security systems, producing design packs and coordinating with project

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge and experience in electronic security systems industry would be preferred.
• Strong practical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively within a team.
• Full UK Driving Licence (or working towards obtaining one).
• Ability to work at customer sites and travel as required.
• Willingness to undertake training and professional development.
• Experience using CAD software
• Microsoft Office package

Responsibilities

• Provide clear & detailed updates and progress reports for tender technical reviews, design projects and pre-qualification questionnaires.
• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders across the business at all levels on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Layout drawings, panel/rack elevations, door elevations, single line schematics, specifications, device schedules and document schedules.
• Liaise with project managers, sales and estimators to ensure the design meets client requirements.
• Attend sites to survey as required and carry out design services as agreed with sales.
• Develop and standardize company design and preconstruction documentation; improve installation quality guides and playbooks.

Skills

Security systems knowledge

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Driving licence

Site travel

CAD software

MS Office

Education

Electrical, Electronic, Engineering, or Technical Studies

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a Technical Design Engineer to join our growing team here at Frontline Security Solutions. The primary purpose for this position is to technically review tender documentation and proposals to ensure compliance to the relevant requirements specified.

You will also support the sales & estimating teams as a technical resource assisting where required on system designs and to produce the pre-construction design packs as part of the sales to project handover process.

The role is a hybrid based model, combining home working, client visits and working from our office in Chalfont St Peter.

Contract Details

This role is an initial fixed term contract for 12 months, with the potential to become permanent.

Salary

SALARY : Up to £45,000.00 DoE

Benefits

• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Employee Referral Scheme (£1000)
• Company Pension Scheme (5% matched)
• Life Assurance (4 x Basic Salary)
• Employee Scholarship Scheme
• A Central Benefits Platform offering a wide variety discounts
• Same day Online GP
• Health & Wellbeing Resources

About Us, Our Culture & What We Can Offer You

At Frontline Security Solutions , you will join a leading Enterprise Security Integrator operating in 67 countries. We have been protecting communities and assets for over 25 years. As part of the Api Group, we have an exciting future ahead filled with lots of opportunities for you to grow and develop. Together with your help and desire, we can grow together and make the world a safer place.

What You'll be Doing as a Technical Design Engineer

The role requires strong technical understanding, including system design, system topology and product knowledge. Strong technical knowledge and experience in electronic security systems industry would be preferred. Responsibilities include:

General

• Provide clear & detailed updates and progress reports for tender technical reviews, design projects and pre-qualification questionnaires.
• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders across the business at all levels on multiple projects simultaneously

Design Packs

• Layout drawings
• Panel/rack elevations
• Door elevations
• Single line schematics
• Specifications
• Device schedules
• Document schedules
• Technical submittals
• Risk & method statements (RAMS)
• Programme of works
• Procurement schedule

Design Coordination

• Liaise with the project managers, sales and estimators to ensure the design meets the client's design requirements
• Work with sales and estimating teams to produce client required design packs
• Attend sites to survey as required
• Carry out design services as required by customers and agreed with sales
• Manage the design change process

Standards & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and standardize company design and preconstruction documentation
• Support the development of, and set out company installation quality guides and playbooks
• Maintain awareness of latest industry regulations and standards ensuring the business remains compliant where required.
• Identify opportunities to improve design quality, consistency and efficiency.

What We Would Like You To Bring

Essential:

• Strong technical knowledge and experience in electronic security systems industry would be preferred.
• Strong practical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively within a team.
• Full UK Driving Licence (or working towards obtaining one).
• Ability to work at customer sites and travel as required.
• Willingness to undertake training and professional development.
• Experience using CAD software
• Microsoft Office package

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a technical, engineering, construction, or security-related environment.
• Relevant qualification in Electrical, Electronic, Engineering, or Technical Studies.
• ECS Card or willingness to obtain one.
• Basic understanding of electrical or electronic principles.
• Security screening clearance or willingness to undergo screening.

Chubb Fire and Security is an equal opportunities employer. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) ensures all employees and applicants feel valued, respected, and supported. At Chubb, individuality is celebrated, and our strength lies in the diversity of our team. By fostering an equitable environment, we empower individuals to contribute their unique perspectives, driving innovation and excellence at every level.

Additional Information

About Us, Our Culture & What We Can Offer You

At Frontline Security Solutions, you will join a leading Enterprise Security Integrator operating in 67 countries. We have been protecting communities and assets for over 25 years. As part of the Chubb family, we have an exciting future ahead filled with lots of opportunities for you to grow and develop. Together with your help and desire, we can grow together and make the world a