Pre-Sales / Security Design Engineer (Physical Security & Low-Voltage)

Location: New York City Metropolitan Area (Hybrid / Local Travel for Site Surveys)

Company Type: National Systems Integrator ($100M+ Revenue)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Compensation: Highly Competitive Base Salary + Performance Bonus + Full Benefits Package

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced Physical Security Engineer, Estimator, or Solutions Architect ready to take your career to the next level with a fast-growing industry leader?

Our client is a premier, full-service technology integrator with over $100 million in revenue, a strong national footprint, and a track record of rapid expansion (opening 4 new offices in recent years). They are currently expanding their New York City operations and looking for a Pre-Sales / Security Design Engineer to serve as the technical authority for commercial physical security and low-voltage project bids.

This is a high-visibility, client-facing role where you will partner closely with sales executives, project managers, and end-user clients to design state-of-the-art enterprise security solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Sales Solutions Design: Evaluate client scope requirements, RFP specs, and architectural plans to design enterprise-grade Physical Security solutions (Access Control, CCTV/VMS, Intrusion Detection, and Intercoms).
Site Surveys & Discovery: Conduct on-site walk-throughs across the NYC Tri-State area to assess project layouts, existing conditions, and technical requirements.
Estimating & BOM Creation: Perform detailed takeoffs, obtain competitive vendor/subcontractor pricing, and assemble complete Bills of Materials (BOMs), labor estimates, and scope-of-work (SOW) documents.
Technical Collaboration: Partner with sales teams during pre-sales client discovery sessions and lead technical handoff meetings to project management execution teams once deals close.
Drawing & Submittals: Produce or assist with shop drawings, riser diagrams, rack elevations, and submittal packages using AutoCAD/Revit.

What We Are Looking For

Experience: 3+ years of experience in physical security estimating, system design, pre-sales engineering, or low-voltage design for a systems integrator or engineering consulting firm.
Field Knowledge: Hands-on experience with field installation, system programming, or troubleshooting is a huge plus.
Platform Expertise: Deep familiarity with enterprise access control and video management platforms (e.g., Genetec, LenelS2, CCURE, Software House, Axis, Milestone, Hanwha).
Skills: Strong ability to read blueprints, architectural drawings, and RFP specifications. Proficient with project takeoffs and estimate building.
Education & Certifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field preferred. Industry certifications (e.g., PSP, BICSI, or platform-specific certifications) are a strong plus.

What’s in It for You?

Growth & Stability: Join a financially solid $100M+ firm with the agility and growth opportunity of a rapidly scaling national footprint.
Career Path: Clear trajectory toward Senior Solutions Architect, Director of Pre-Sales, or Engineering Leadership.
Comprehensive Package: Competitive base salary, performance incentives, 401(k) matching, comprehensive health/dental/vision coverage, and generous PTO.

Security Design Engineer - NYC