Sales Engineer – Security - Genetec / Lenel

Jobot; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company phone (smartphone)

401k Plan with company match

Medical benefits

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Jobot in Peoria, IL is seeking a Sales Engineer to specialize in security solutions, including access control, video surveillance, and AV systems. You will partner with clients and contractors to translate requirements into actionable designs and proposals.

The role involves supporting the full sales cycle from concept to close, with emphasis on accurate estimates, budgets, and bid development for commercial construction projects. A strong background in security and construction is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience selling security systems (card access, video surveillance, intrusion, and/or AV) is required or highly desirable.
• Background in commercial construction or low-voltage systems sales.
• Strong ability to read and interpret plans, specs, and construction documents.
• Estimating experience (takeoffs, budgeting, proposal development) preferred.
• Ability to communicate technically and commercially with a wide range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients, general contractors, and end users to develop security system solutions (access control, video surveillance, and AV systems).
• Support the sales cycle from concept through close, including scope development, system design, and proposal creation.
• Prepare estimates, budgets, and takeoffs for commercial construction projects.
• Collaborate with operations and project teams to ensure solutions align with project requirements and execution capabilities.
• Review plans, specifications, and bid documents to develop accurate and competitive proposals.
• Provide technical guidance to customers and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients, contractors, and industry partners in the local market.

Skills

Security systems sales

Construction/low-voltage sales

Reading plans & specs

Estimating / takeoffs

Stakeholder communication

Project management

Job description

Job Details

Sales Engineer – Security Solutions

Location: Peoria, IL

Salary: $90,000 - $125,000 per year

A bit about us

A leading technology solutions provider/systems integrator that excels in hvac solutions, building automation and security systems integration.

Why join us?

• Company mobile phone (smartphone)
• 401k Plan with company match
• Medical benefits
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)

What You'll Do

• Partner with clients, general contractors, and end users to develop security system solutions (access control, video surveillance, and AV systems)
• Support the sales cycle from concept through close, including scope development, system design, and proposal creation
• Prepare estimates, budgets, and takeoffs for commercial construction projects
• Collaborate with operations and project teams to ensure solutions are aligned with project requirements and execution capabilities
• Review plans, specifications, and bid documents to develop accurate and competitive proposals
• Provide technical guidance to customers and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients, contractors, and industry partners in the local market

What We're Looking For

• Experience selling security systems (card access, video surveillance, intrusion, and/or AV solutions)
• Background working in commercial construction or low-voltage systems sales
• Strong understanding of reading plans, specs, and construction documents
• Estimating experience preferred (takeoffs, budgeting, proposal development)
• Ability to communicate both technically and commercially with a wide range of stakeholders
• Self-starter who can manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Equal Opportunity Statement

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.