Allied Universal · 8 hours ago
Physical Security Systems Engineer
Wilmington, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$80K/yr - $115K/yr
5+ years expAllied Universal® Technology Services is a global leader in transforming the security industry. They are seeking a Physical Security Systems Engineer to create post-sale security systems design and documentation, working closely with various teams to ensure technical compliance and effective value engineering.
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Responsibilities
Creates and updates comprehensive post-sale engineering packages illustrating device locations, IDF/MDF room layouts, SOC/GSOC layouts, console designs, installation diagrams, riser diagrams, network designs, etc
Creates and updates performance-based and product-based specifications
Creates and updates pre-fabrication submittal packages as specified by architects and engineers for their approval prior to installation
Develops and maintains as-built record documentation over the life cycle of various projects and follow-on MAC work
Utilizes and contributes to a comprehensive library of standard post-sale engineering documents, templates, and standards, as well as project-specific and customer-specific submittals
Ensures effective value engineering by assuring technical compliance while at the same time reducing Allied Universal Technology Services costs whenever possible
Reviews AUTS proposals both pre-sale and post-sale to scrutinize selected products for applicability and specification compliance
Collaborates with AUTS’s product suppliers to ensure the desired functionality of selected products
Consistently applies AUTS’s standards for installation
Contributes to AUTS internal guidelines for Solutions Engineering engagement and post-sale systems engineering
Qualification
Required
A minimum of five (5) years of experience in electronic security systems design / engineering
In-depth knowledge of security system design best practices and product applicability, including products like: Video surveillance and related technologies (Analog, IP, Codecs, VMS), Access control and related technologies (card access, biometrics, PIV, FIPS-201, HSPD-12, various processor panels, electric locking hardware, etc.), Physical intrusion detection (Bosch, DMP, etc.), Software House, Lenel, Amag, Brivo, Genetec, and Avigilon systems architectures
Computer software skills to include: AutoCAD and associated rendering applications, MS Office, Acrobat Writer, and Visio
Ability to read and understand complex architectural and engineering drawings
Working knowledge of AC and DC circuitry, voltage drop calculations, and wire sizing
Ability to collaborate with diverse teams of technical designers and engineers
Ability to simultaneously work on multiple large, complex projects
Good written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical decision-making capabilities
Self-motivated with the ability to influence others
Preferred
Manufacture certifications
PMP/PSP certifications
A bachelor's or associate's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent is considered a plus
Ability to plan, size, and design enterprise-class IT network and storage solutions, including products like: Virtualization technologies such as VMware vSphere and View, Data-center networking technologies such as Cisco Nexus, Storage Area Network technologies such as NetApp or EMC, Load balancing / firewalling technologies such as Cisco ACE or Cisco ASA, Data-center protocols such as Fibre Channel, NFS, IP, iSCSI, DCE, Physical Security Information Management (PSIM)
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law
Company
Allied Universal
Allied Universal is a security and facility services company that provides tailored security solutions and smart technology.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9BKey Investors
Warburg PincusLa Caisse
2019-12-13Acquired
2019-09-01Private Equity· $9B
2019-02-21Private Equity
Leadership Team
Stephen Jones
Global Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Jack Schenk
Regional Vice President - Midwest
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