Design Engineer 3 – Design Engineering

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Act as the principal engineer for commercial Electronic Security Systems (ESS) design initiatives.

• Assist throughout the entire project lifecycle, from initial sales ideas to design development, construction documentation, and administration.

• Create specifications, designs, budgets, timelines, and oversee client expectations.

• Envision system designs and ascertain system requirements.

• Guide and aid in the drafting/modeling of security floor plans, access control, video, intrusion, vehicle gate systems, wiring diagrams, schematics, and backboard layouts.

• Prepare Bills of Materials and necessary documentation for client RFPs.

• Generate 30%, 60%, 90%, 100% IFC, and/or shop drawings utilizing AutoCAD and Revit.

• Research, identify, and propose technology solutions for clients.

• Conduct quality control by evaluating drawings and suggesting design modifications.

• Ensure that drawings align with scope, schedule, and quality standards.

• Engage with clients and contribute to P&L outcomes.

• Establish enduring client relationships and manage accounts alongside team members.

• Offer guidance and mentorship to Design Engineers and Associate Design Engineers.

• Represent ESS Engineering in company-wide initiatives and strategic discussions.

• Travel to active job sites and provide guidance throughout project lifecycles, including onsite training for new hires.

⛳️ Requirements

• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience.

• Demonstrated experience leading engineering projects in access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection systems.

• Strong understanding of system integration, project engineering processes, and feedback loops between field and office.

• Proficient in process improvement methodologies, technical governance, and cross-functional collaboration.

• Ability to engage internal teams, vendors, and executive stakeholders effectively.

• Capable of interpreting performance data, identifying trends, and driving strategic enhancements.

• Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and leading engineering teams.

• Experience in managing vendor relationships and coordinating enterprise-level technology training.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills with a focus on operational efficiency and documentation quality.

• 5–7+ years of experience in ESS systems design, integration, or engineering is required.

• A minimum of 2 years in team leadership or engineering management roles.

• Familiarity with platforms such as Lenel, CCure, Honeywell, Brivo, Milestone, ExacqVision, Eagle Eye, Axis, and Hanwha.

• Experience with enterprise-level networking, IP-based ESS system architecture, AutoCAD, BIM, and Revit.

• Background in managing multi-discipline technical teams and supporting regional or enterprise-scale project delivery.

• Industry certifications in access control or video surveillance are advantageous.

🏝️ Benefits

• Continuous participation in trade shows, seminars, training sessions, and educational forums.

• Onsite training for new hires and professional development opportunities.