Security System Estimation Engineer

Jobstronaut; India; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security solution provider in India is seeking an experienced Security System Estimation Engineer to join the engineering and pre-sales team. The ideal candidate will prepare accurate cost estimates, technical proposals, and system designs while working closely with sales and engineering teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering and have 2–5 years of relevant experience, with strong analytical skills and attention to detail. This role offers opportunities to work on large-scale industrial projects and collaborate with top security technology brands.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in Security System Estimation, ELV Estimation, or Pre-Sales Engineering.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, technical proposals, and system designs for low-current and security systems.
• Review tender documents, technical specifications, and project drawings.
• Develop competitive project budgets and pricing strategies.

Skills

Security System Estimation

BOQ Preparation & Material Take-Off

Access Control Systems

Perimeter Security Systems

Telecom & PA Systems

Technical Drawing Review (IFC / Tender / As-built)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering / Electronics Engineering / Telecommunications

Tools

MS Excel (Advanced)

Technical Documentation Tools

Basic AutoCAD / Drawing Review Skills

Job description

Client is looking for a Security System Estimation Engineer to join their engineering and pre-sales team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, technical proposals, and system designs for low-current and security systems across industrial, commercial, and infrastructure projects.

You will work closely with sales, engineering, and procurement teams to develop competitive bids while ensuring compliance with client specifications and industry standards.

This role is ideal for professionals experienced in CCTV, Access Control, Intrusion Detection, Perimeter Security, and Telecommunications systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Review tender documents, technical specifications, and project drawings (IFC, As-built).
• Prepare detailed BOQs, material take-offs, and cost estimates for security and low-current systems.
• Develop competitive project budgets and pricing strategies.
• Perform load calculations and backup power sizing for system infrastructure.

System Design & Technical Proposal:

• Prepare system designs and markups for:
• Access Control Systems
• Gate & Perimeter Security Systems
• Public Address & Communication Systems
• Ensure solutions comply with client technical standards and project specifications.
• Source technical quotations from vendors and manufacturers.
• Evaluate products and select approved system brands based on project requirements.
• Provide technical support during bidding and tendering phases.
• Prepare technical submittals, compliance statements, and proposal documentation.
• Work with sales, engineering, procurement, and project teams to deliver accurate bids and solutions.
• Participate in technical meetings, clarifications, and bid reviews.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering / Electronics Engineering / Telecommunications.
• 2–5 years of experience in Security System Estimation, ELV Estimation, or Pre-Sales Engineering.

Technical Skills

• ✔ Security System Estimation
• ✔ BOQ Preparation & Material Take-Off
• ✔ Access Control Systems
• ✔ Perimeter Security Systems
• ✔ Telecom & PA Systems
• ✔ Technical Drawing Review (IFC / Tender / As-built)

Tools & Software

• MS Excel (Advanced)
• Technical Documentation Tools
• Basic AutoCAD / Drawing Review Skills (Preferred)

Preferred Experience

• Experience in Oil & Gas, Power, Utilities, or Industrial Projects.
• Familiarity with major security brands such as:
• Axis, Pelco, Dahua, Hikvision, Milestone, Genetec, FLIR, Nedap, Lenel, Smith Detection, Rapiscan.
• Knowledge of international security standards or major industrial client requirements is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Effective communication and documentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously
• Strong teamwork and coordination abilities

Why Join Us

• Work on large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects
• Collaborate with leading global security technology brands
• Opportunity to grow in engineering, estimation, and system design roles