Design Engineer

Securitas Technology; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life

401K with 60% Match up to 6%

Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time

Educational Assistance

Training and certification program

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Securitas Technology in the United States seeks a BIM Engineer to create detailed 3D models of integrated security systems using Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks for project submittals and approvals.

You will collaborate with BIM Managers, design engineers, and project managers to ensure model accuracy, perform clash detection, and support coordination meetings. Office in Elmsford NY or Fair Lawn NJ; travel <10%.

Qualifications

• BS in EE Engineering or equivalent is required.
• Security engineering experience is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of ISO 19650 standards is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 3D models of integrated security systems for submittals.
• Review 2D drawings and 3D models for accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with BIM Manager, design engineers, and project managers.
• Perform clash detection and assist in coordinating meetings.
• Maintain BIM libraries and ensure adherence to standards.
• Assist with design submittals, drawings, BOMs, and as-builts.

Skills

3D design

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Clash detection

MS Office

Team collaboration

Security systems knowledge

Education

BS in EE Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

MS Office

Job description

Securitas Technology, part of Securitas, is a world-leading provider of integrated security solutions that protect, connect, and optimize businesses of all types and sizes. More than 13,000 colleagues in 40 countries are focused daily on our purpose to help make your world a safer place and our commitment to deliver an unparalleled client experience. With clients at the heart of all we do, our people, knowledge, and technology power our connected ecosystem of health, safety and security solutions and services.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Closely work with together with the BIM Manager and system’s design engineers to provide 3D design aid throughout the project’s life cycle.

Reports to Enterprise Systems engineering manager.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

The Engineer is responsible for working closely with the BIM Manager and Systems Engineer to create a 3D model of the integrated security systems design submittal for approval by the customer or representative and in accordance with project specifications, drawings, codes, and regulations, manage and create the design submittal (drawings, bill of material, calculations, as-builts, etc.) and maintain the submittal during changes to the contract.

Work within Security Technology systems group on the design and integration of security systems, access control, intrusion detection systems, communication, CCTV, Intercom systems, computer, and networking.

Develop detailed design schematic and review 2D and 3D drawings for electronic and electrical products. This position will require working closely with project managers, design engineers, engineering specialists, manufactures, customers, engineering firms and other external experts.

This position will require working in the Elmsford-NY office or the Fair Lawn-NJ office.

Travel if might needed is less than 10% of the time.

Job Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Basic working knowledge of Electronic Security Systems and features.
• Creating Detailed 3D Models utilizing Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks to develop detailed 3D models of architectural designs.
• Work closely with Design Engineers, architects, and other team members.
• Updating and Modifying Models. As plans and specifications change, update and modify existing models accordingly.
• Generating 2D Drawings and Details. Extract 2D drawings and construction details from 3D models.
• Clash Detection and Coordination. Run clash detection analyses to identify conflicts or discrepancies between different building elements.
• Attend Regular Project clash detection meetings and be prepared with clash reports to facilitate coordination meetings among project stakeholders.
• Adherence to BIM Standards. Ensure that all models comply with project-specific BIM standards and protocols.
• Maintaining BIM Libraries. Create and update BIM families within the project’s library.
• Contributing to BIM Standards Development and actively participate in enhancing BIM standards and best practices within the organization.
• Ability to handle multiple projects, schedule work and communicate effectively to peers.

Additional Responsibilities

• Be prompt, reliable, and on time in all aspects of your engagement while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Perform any additional duties as required or assigned.

Special Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Security engineering experience is preferred but not a must.
• BS in EE Engineering or equivalent is required.
• Computer skills to include Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks and MS Office.
• Knowledge of ISO 19650 standards
• AC and DC circuitry, voltage drop calculations and wire sizing.
• Basic knowledge of network and system security principles, not only in theory.
• Executing enterprise engineering techniques.
• Proven experience managing workload and pressure situations.

Securitas Offers Comprehensive Benefits Including

• Company training and industry leading certification program
• Opportunity for annual merit pay increases
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401K with 60% Match up to 6% of salary
• Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time
• Educational Assistance
• Exceptional growth opportunities
• Wide variety of employee discounts on travel, equipment, and more!

We are a nationwide provider of security solutions and an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. Our core values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness are proudly demonstrated daily by our employees to our customers and the communities we service.