Project Engineer

• Take technical ownership of assigned electronic security projects from mobilisation through commissioning, testing, and handover
• Review and interpret project designs, specifications, and scopes of work, resolving technical queries with designers and clients
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise installation and commissioning activities of engineers and subcontractors on site
• Ensure works comply with company installation standards, manufacturer requirements, and relevant industry standards
• Commission and configure CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarm, and Integrated Security Systems
• Lead fault diagnosis and resolution
• Support Project and Programme Managers with programme, resource, and materials planning
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, including installation records, test sheets, as-built drawings, and O&M manuals
• Act as a technical contact for clients, consultants, and internal teams
• Prepare/review RAMS, enforce site rules, and promote safe working practices
• Carry out quality inspections and snagging before handover
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to Security Engineers and Trainee Engineers
• Manage tools, test equipment, and company property, including calibration where required
• Travel to customer sites to support delivery and resolve technical issues
• Continuously develop technical knowledge and improve installation processes and best practice

Requirements

• Proven experience in the installation and commissioning of electronic security systems (CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarm, or Integrated Security)
• Strong working knowledge of electrical and electronic principles and relevant industry standards
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and scopes of work
• Experience coordinating engineers and/or subcontractors on site
• Strong fault-finding, problem-solving, and commissioning skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with clients and colleagues
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Ability to work at customer sites and travel as required
• SC Clearance or agreement to be screened to this level
• Relevant qualification in Electrical, Electronic, Engineering, or Technical Studies (desirable)
• Manufacturer/product accreditations (e.g. Genetec, Lenel, Gallagher, Milestone, or similar) (desirable)
• ECS Card or willingness to obtain one (desirable)
• Experience delivering projects within a regulated or high-security environment (desirable)
• Knowledge of relevant standards and codes of practice (e.g. BS EN, NSI/SSAIB) (desirable)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates technical ownership of electronic security projects, including installation and commissioning of systems such as CCTV, Access Control, and Intruder Alarms. Possesses strong problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret technical documentation while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Installation And Commissioning Of Electronic Security Systems
• Fault-Finding And Problem-Solving Skills
• Technical Documentation Production And Maintenance
• Strong Communication And Interpersonal Skills
• SC Clearance Or Agreement To Be Screened

Hard Skills

• CCTV Systems
• Access Control Systems
• Intruder Alarm Systems
• Integrated Security Systems
• Electrical And Electronic Principles
• Technical Drawing Interpretation
• Project Coordination
• Quality Inspections
• RAMS Preparation And Review
• Technical Guidance And Mentoring

Soft Skills

• Good Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Team Coordination
• Client Liaison
• Mentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence
• ECS Card
• Manufacturer/Product Accreditations

Industry Keywords

• Regulated Environment
• High-Security Environment
• BS EN Standards
• NSI/SSAIB Codes Of Practice

Tools & Technologies

• Test Equipment
• Calibration Tools
• Installation Records
• O&M Manuals
• As-Built Drawings