5+ years of experience in the Electronic Security Industry
2 years of technical education or equivalent experience
Proficient in systems design and integration for low voltage security systems
Skilled in reading and interpreting security specifications and floor plans
Experience creating fixed price quotes based on sales leads
Familiar with Office 365 and design software including Microsoft Visio or AutoCAD
Capable of obtaining a SECRET Security Clearance
Responsibilities
Collaborate with sales team to develop quotes from leads and surveys
Design concepts and review packages to ensure accuracy
Coordinate with sales to create quotes and supporting documents
Engage with customers and internal departments for correct design specifications
Update design documentation as needed pre-sale and post-sale
Stay current on company products and solutions
Conduct site surveys and systems testing as necessary
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Potential for overtime
Team-oriented work atmosphere
Professional development through exposure to diverse security systems
Access to a wide range of technology and applications
Full Job Description
Overview
GENERAL FUNCTION: Working hand in hand with the Sales team, the Design Engineer designs and quotes certified government low voltage security systems and other commercial applications consisting of intrusion detection systems (IDS), automated entry control systems (AECS) and closed-circuit television (CCTV) camera systems (IP & analog). This role creates a concept design the represents parts, devices, communication schematics, wiring configuration and overall intent to generate quotes consisting of all the parts and labor to support the design for delivery to customer.
Responsibilities
This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.
Specific Duties:
Interfaces with the sales team to develop quotes-based leads and surveys
Create design concepts, review submittal packages and as-built drawings to ensure they are accurate to the quote and the final stage of execution.
Coordinates with sales personnel to create sales quotes, supporting narratives and diagrams.
Coordinates with both customers and internal departments as needed to ensure designs and equipment lists are correct based on contracted scope of work
Responsible for necessary design updates and revisions both pre-sale and post-sale
Maintains current information on all products utilized by the company
Periodically travels to site for site surveys and systems testing
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education / Experience:
Minimum five years of experience in the Electronic Security Industry
Minimum two years of technical education. Experience can be substituted for education.
Experienced in systems design, implementation, wiring, retrofitting systems, integration of systems and central station equipment for Low Voltage Intrusion Detection, Automated Entry Control and Closed-Circuit Television systems and components, with basic Knowledge of standard communication protocols such as POTS, Serial Communication, Wide / Local area networks and associated equipment.
Experience in reading and interpreting Security Systems Specifications and floorplans
Familiarity with creating firm fixed price quotes based on sales leads and survey notes
Experience with the following software applications
Office 365, Internet Explorer
Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox
Adobe Acrobat X Professional
Windows 10 Professional
Microsoft Visio and/or AutoCAD
Other:
Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment to include overtime
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills to drive clarity from ambiguity and ensure understanding between internal and external customers
Must work well with others in a team environment
Clearance:
Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET Security Clearance
About Vertex Inc
Vertex Inc is a leading provider of tax technology and services, enabling companies of all sizes to realize the full strategic potential of the tax function by automating and integrating tax processes, while leveraging advanced and predictive analytics of tax data. Vertex provides cloud-based and on-premise solutions that can be tailored to specific industries for every major line of tax, including income, sales and consumer use, value added and payroll. Vertex also offers solutions for tax data management, compliance and reporting, tax research, and planning and analysis. The company was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.
