Technical Design Engineer

0804 Chubb Fire & Security Ltd; Chalfont St. Peter; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension scheme (5% matched)

Life Assurance (4 x Basic Salary)

Employee Referral Scheme (£1000)

Scholarship Scheme

Discount platform

Job summary

Frontline Security Solutions, part of Api Group, is seeking a Technical Design Engineer to review tender documents and prepare pre-construction design packs. The role blends home working, client visits and office presence in Chalfont St Peter, on a 12-month fixed-term contract that could become permanent.

You will design system layouts, collaborate with sales and estimators, and support project handover with RAMS, drawings and specifications.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of electronic security systems and system design.
• Proven problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documentation and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Produce complete system designs and design packs for live and upcoming projects.
• Collaborate with sales, estimators and project managers across multiple projects.
• Create drawings, schematics, device schedules, RAMS and specifications.
• Support pre-construction activities and site surveys as needed.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Full UK driving licence

Travel to client sites

CAD software

MS Office

Education

Electrical/Electronic Engineering qualification

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

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.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• SALARY: Up to £45,000.00
• DoE 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

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 Manage the production, and produce complete system designs for live and upcoming projects, including but not limited to: 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.

EEO Statement

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 safer place. People are at the heart of everything we do, and your well-being is important to us. That’s why we protect people first and are committed to keeping you safe, secure, and happy in your career.

When you join Chubb, you join a business that has been providing fire safety and security solutions and services for more than 200 years. This heritage inspires us to be innovative; we’ve become experts at adapting to new technologies and now work for organisations of all sizes and sectors around the world. We do this without ever losing our human touch. Our localised, personal service is delivered through an expansive global network that includes 12,000+ experts, each one focused on protecting, securing and optimising facilities and operations.