Senior Design Engineer

Johnson Controls; Letchworth; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building systems company in the UK is looking for a Security Systems Designer to develop cutting-edge electronic security systems including CCTV, access control, and intrusion detection. The role requires collaboration with project and sales teams, conducting site surveys, and providing top-quality designs. Ideal candidates will have a background in electronics engineering and security systems installation, along with strong communication skills. The position offers hybrid working, competitive salary, and excellent career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Performance-based bonus plan

25 days annual leave

Pension plan with employer match

Life assurance

Employee assistance program

Referral scheme

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Education or certification in Electronics engineering or similar.
• Background in Security Systems installation or commissioning.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and electrical diagrams.
• Proven drafting skills and digital literacy.

Responsibilities

• Develop security systems including CCTV, ACS, IDS, and PIDS.
• Work closely with project and sales teams post-design.
• Build strong relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Conduct site surveys for comprehensive security designs.

Skills

Security Systems installation

Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to read architectural diagrams

High motivation and quick learning

Education

Electronics engineering or similar

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Visio

Job description

What you will do

As a pivotal member of our team, you will take the reins on designing cutting‑edge building electronic systems, with a particular focus on security system design including access control (ACS), video surveillance (CCTV), intruder detection systems (IDS) and perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDS).

Your role is not just about compliance; it’s about ensuring safety and efficiency in the environments we help create. Collaborating with sales teams, you will be responsible for the quality of pre‑sales designs, developing complex solutions, and troubleshooting to guarantee top‑notch operation.

How you will do it

• Design and Engineering: Developing security systems including CCTV, ACS, IDS, and PIDS for projects ranging from small scale to over $5 million.
• Collaboration with Project/Sales Teams: Working closely with project and sales teams post‑design to ensure smooth project management, sales, and engineering processes.
• Client and Supplier Communications: Building strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors through effective communication.
• Documentation: Skilled in using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio for documentation purposes.
• Site Surveys: Conducting site surveys to gather all necessary information for developing comprehensive security designs.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance‑based bonus plan
• Hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and sick pay
• Option to buy up to 10 extra holidays (up to 35 total)
• Pension plan with up to 7% employer match
• Life assurance, employee assistance program, and referral scheme
• Exclusive discounts, including cycle‑to‑work and Johnson Controls products
• Excellent career development and progression opportunities

What we look for

Required

• Education or certification in Electronics engineering or similar.
• A background in Security Systems installation or commissioning, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of various electronic building enterprise systems (CCTV, ACS, IDS, and PIDS).
• Security Clearance up to SC
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and electrical diagrams.
• Proven drafting skills, and digital literacy; familiar with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, Adobe).
• Highly motivated, quick to learn.
• Driving license.

Preferred

• Experience in integrated security systems.