Sales Engineer – Security - Genetec / Lenel

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company mobile phone (smartphone)

401k Plan with company match

Medical benefits

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Jobot, a leading technology solutions provider, is seeking a Sales Engineer to join our Security Solutions team in the Peoria market. This role bridges technical security systems and client-facing sales, working with customers, contractors, and internal teams from design through execution.

You’ll leverage experience in commercial construction and knowledge of access control, video surveillance, and AV solutions to develop integrated proposals and accurate estimates for project bids.

Qualifications

• Experience selling security systems (access control, video surveillance, intrusion, and/or AV).
• Background in commercial construction or low-voltage sales.
• Strong ability to read plans, specs, and construction documents.
• Estimating experience for takeoffs and proposals is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients, general contractors, and end users to develop security system solutions.
• Support the sales cycle from concept through close, including scope development and proposals.
• Prepare estimates, budgets, and takeoffs for commercial construction projects.
• Collaborate with operations and project teams to ensure solution alignment with requirements.
• Review plans and bid documents to create accurate proposals.
• Provide technical guidance to customers and internal stakeholders throughout the project.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients and industry partners.

Skills

Security systems sales

Technical-to-commercial comms

Reading plans & specs

Tools

Genetec

Hanwha

Axis

Milestone

Lenel/S2

Job description

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)

Job Details

Sales Engineer – Security Solutions
Location: Peoria, IL
Overview: We are looking for a Sales Engineer to join our Security Solutions team in the Peoria market. This role is ideal for someone who understands the commercial construction space and can bridge the gap between technical security systems and client-facing sales.
Experience with the following is highly preferred- Genetec, Hanwha, Axis, Milestone and/or Lenel/S2
You’ll work closely with customers, contractors, and internal teams to develop and deliver integrated security and low-voltage solutions—from early design through project execution.

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

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.