Project Engineer I

Securitas Technology; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual merit pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Short/Long-term disability

401K with 60% match

Paid vacation and holidays

Educational assistance

Career growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Securitas Technology, part of Securitas, is a world-leading provider of integrated security solutions. This role focuses on design, development, and installation of electrical control and automation systems for security projects.

You will lead system design, manage schedules, and coordinate with customers, subcontractors, and internal teams. Ideal candidates will have PLC/HMI experience, CAD skills, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or 4 years of experience in control system engineering.
• Knowledge of Allen‑Bradley, Omron, or other PLCs.
• Knowledge of Wonderware Intouch or similar HMI software.
• Knowledge of Ethernet networks and networking.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
• MS Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access.
• Creative and resourceful in solving uncommon applications.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Proficient verbal and written communications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Customer focus and commitment to client satisfaction.
• Desire to work in a very “hands on” environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware and software system design on standard projects.
• Create and manage project scheduling.
• Direct customer, subcontractor, internal resource communications.
• Manage and coordinate multiple simultaneous projects.
• Maintain current and accurate documentation of systems.
• Perform training on implemented control systems.
• Troubleshoot and maintain control systems for customers.
• Coordinate project activities with appropriate parties internally and externally.
• Maintain positive budgets on assigned projects.
• Perform all work in a manner consistent with policies, procedures, and standards.
• Typical job training requires field presence during implementation.
• Travel target 30%.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Teamwork

Customer focus

Hands-on mindset

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Omron PLC

Wonderware Intouch

AutoCAD

Microsoft 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.

This position will provide design, development, and installation of electrical control and automation systems for typical solutions in the security industry. The incumbent will lead and be responsible for the delivery of security systems with some guidance from their direct manager within the established targets. Interface and coordinate with the customers, subcontractors, and other internal resources for scheduling. The incumbent will be responsible for managing and prioritizing multiple projects at the same time.

This position will work closely with Customers, Project Engineers, Subcontractors, Service, Sales, and other Internal Departments.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead hardware and software system design on standard projects
• Create and manage project scheduling
• Direct customer, subcontractor, internal resource communications
• Manage and coordinate multiple simultaneous projects
• Maintain current and accurate documentation of systems
• Perform training as required on implemented control systems
• Troubleshoot and maintain new and existing control systems for customers
• Coordinate project activities with appropriate parties internally and externally
• Maintain positive budgets on assigned projects
• Perform all work in a manner consistent with policies, procedures, and standards
• Typical job training requires field presence during implementation
• Travel target 30%
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or 4 years of experience in control system engineering
• Working knowledge of Allen‑Bradley, Omron, or other PLCs
• Working knowledge of Wonderware Intouch or similar HMI software
• Working knowledge of Ethernet networks and networking
• Experience using AutoCAD or similar CAD software
• Skills or experience using Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access
• Ability to be creative and resourceful in obtaining solutions to uncommon applications
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team atmosphere
• Strong organization skills, time management, and attention to detail
• Proficient verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast‑paced environment
• Customer focus and a strong commitment to client satisfaction
• Desire to work in a very “hands on” environment

Comprehensive Benefits

• 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.