Security Systems Design Engineer

INTEGRATED PROTECTION SERVICES INC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Protection Services Inc. seeks an engineering/design professional to complete designs per project specifications and maintain training needs.

You will support sales on technical issues, review proposals for scope and solutions, and stay current with new technologies and products. You will perform engineering work, produce drawings with AutoCAD/REVIT, and ensure delivery dates are met in coordination with the chief engineer.

Qualifications

• Must have minimum associate’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Must be NICET III or higher certified.
• Must have high knowledge using AutoCAD.
• Must have high knowledge of physical security systems and access control systems.
• Must have high knowledge of IP networks, functionality, and implementation.
• High knowledge in commercial, industrial, and institutional fire alarm, special hazards suppression, intrusion, access control, and closed‑circuit television systems, equipment and applications.
• High Knowledge in state and local building codes.
• Possess excellent math, language, and reading skills. Must fluently speak, read, and legibly write in English.
• Must have aptitude to pick up technical information
• Must be self‑motivated; able to perform with little supervision
• Excellent computer skills – must be able to navigate company software and third‑party inspection software, enter data and send communication. Requires excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Possess good interpersonal skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, and a professional approach

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering/design work on projects as workflow and necessity dictates.
• Use AutoCAD and/or REVIT to produce completed drawings.
• Keep project delivery dates current with chief engineer.
• Keep current with existing and new products to assure proper design and design implementation with best‑suited products.
• Assure IPS quality and standardization is applied to engineering/design work as it is produced.
• Provide sales & technicians support as needed.
• Review projects that fall into IPS review criteria (by margin percentage, dollar limit, or as requested by peer review).
• Maintain certifications and training needs.
• Accept and resolve calls from customers or IPS field technicians with installation or technical questions.
• Accept and help to resolve calls from AHJs regarding permit application questions

Skills

AutoCAD

REVIT

IP networks

Security systems

Building codes

Math

English fluency

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree in engineering or related field

NICET III or higher certification

Tools

Inspection software

Job description

Integrated Protection Services Inc. seeks an engineering/design professional to complete designs per project specifications and maintain training needs.

You will support sales on technical issues, review proposals for scope and solutions, and stay current with new technologies and products. You will perform engineering work, produce drawings with AutoCAD/REVIT, and ensure delivery dates are met in coordination with the chief engineer.