Sales Engineer - Electronic/Physical Security Systems

K-Group-Companies

Grand Rapids (MI)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 115,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus and commission programs

PTO

VTO

Health insurance (employer paid)

Disability insurance (employer paid)

Dental & vision insurance (employer)

401k with Safe Harbor

Profit sharing

Job summary

K Group Companies is seeking a PreSales Engineer for its Grand Rapids, MI area to design and present physical security solutions. The role bridges sales and delivery, shaping system designs and proposals for customers across cloud-based and on‑premise platforms.

You’ll collaborate with sales, engineering, and project teams while staying current on security technologies and best practices. The position emphasizes hands-on design work, effective communication with executives, and a proactive

Qualifications

Experience in sales engineering, system design, or technical account management within the physical security or low-voltage integration industry.
Hands-on knowledge of video surveillance (VMS/NVR), access control, and networking fundamentals.
Familiarity with leading platforms such as Avigilon Alta, Avigilon Unity, OpenEye, Salient, Axis, HID, Mercury, Software House, or similar.
Strong communication skills, equally comfortable in the field, on a video call, or presenting to executives.
A self-starter mindset, natural curiosity, and drive to make things happen.

Responsibilities

Partner with Account Executives to qualify opportunities, develop system designs, and create winning proposals that solve customer challenges.
Perform site evaluations, system walkthroughs, and technology consultations to ensure each solution is technically sound and scalable.
Deliver engaging technical presentations and live sales demonstrations that showcase solution capabilities and value.
Translate technical details into clear, customer-facing value propositions.
Design and present both cloud-managed and on-premise architecture based on client needs and environment.
Collaborate closely with project management and field engineering teams to ensure smooth handoff and successful delivery.
Maintain up-to-date expertise in physical security, networking, IoT, and integration technologies.
Contribute to RFP responses, solution architecture, and pre-sales documentation that reflect our high standards of accuracy and professionalism.

Skills

Sales engineering

System design

Technical account management

Physical security

Video surveillance

Networking fundamentals

Executive presentation

Self-starter mindset

Job description

PreSales Engineer Physical Security Overview:

We’re looking for an experiencedPhysical SecuritySales Engineerwho thrives at the intersection of technology and customer success, someone who can bridge the gap between sales and delivery, bring clarity to complex solutions, and help customers reimagine what’s possible with bothcloud-basedandon-premisevideo, access control, and integrated security systems.

This is a high-impact role where your expertise directly influences project design, margin growth, and customer satisfaction. You’ll work alongside an ambitious sales team and an engineering organization committed to continuous learning and innovation.

PreSales Engineer Physical Security Responsibilities:

Partner with Account Executives to qualify opportunities, develop system designs, and create winning proposals that solve customer challenges.
Perform site evaluations, system walkthroughs, and technology consultations to ensure each solution is technically sound and scalable.
Deliver engaging technical presentations and live sales demonstrations that showcase solution capabilities and value.
Translate technical details into clear, customer-facing value propositions.
Design and present both cloud-managed and on-premise architecture based on client needs and environment.
Collaborate closely with project management and field engineering teams to ensure smooth handoff and successful delivery.
Maintain up-to-date expertise in physical security, networking, IoT, and integration technologies.
Contribute to RFP responses, solution architecture, and pre-sales documentation that reflect our high standards of accuracy and professionalism.

PreSales Engineer Physical Security Qualifications:

Experience in sales engineering, system design, or technical account management within the physical security or low-voltage integration industry.
Hands-on knowledge of video surveillance (VMS/NVR), access control, and networking fundamentals.
Familiarity with leading platforms such as Avigilon Alta, Avigilon Unity, OpenEye, Salient, Axis, HID, Mercury, Software House, or similar.
Strong communication skills, equally comfortable in the field, on a video call, or presenting to executives.
A self-starter mindset, natural curiosity, and drive to make things happen.

About K Group Companies

K Group is a locally owned and operated technology service provider that was established in Grand Rapids, MI in 1980. We proudly serve clients across the United States, while remaining especially focused on our home state of Michigan. Our expertise spans a wide spectrum of technologies and services, ensuring that we deliver exceptional solutions at the highest level of quality. Rooted in principles of excellence and creativity, our culture is dedicated to fostering collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity.

Why Work Here?

“Great, focused, team environment.”

For more than 40 years, K Group Companies has been one of West Michigan’s premier technology providers. From Managed IT services to physical security integration, our team has established itself as a known, trusted advisor to our community.

As a local, 3rd generation family-owned business, we pride ourselves in reliable, intentional, and committed relationships with our customers – and each other!

Whether we are helping customers secure their environment, beating each other at Mario Kart in our Team Zone arcade, or grabbing lunch at our local BBQ restaurant, we delight in collaboration and making a difference as a team. We truly believe that we are better together!

Compensation and Benefits