Physical Security Design Engineer

A professional organization is seeking a Physical Security Design Engineer for a remote role This position focuses on creating detailed physical security drawings and documentation for internal security projects, with occasional onsite visits as needed.

About the Opportunity:

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  Schedule: Monday through Friday

  
  


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  Hours: Standard business

  
  


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  Setting: Remote (EST or CST)

  
  

Responsibilities:

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  Create and maintain security system drawings using AutoCAD and Revit

  
  


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  Develop detailed layouts for access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and related physical security systems

  
  


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  Interpret design notes, redlines, and project requirements to produce accurate technical documentation

  
  


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  Coordinate with engineers, project leaders, and field teams to support design accuracy and completeness

  
  


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  Perform quality checks on drawings and update documentation based on site changes and project revisions

  
  

Qualifications:

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  3 to 5+ years of experience in CAD drafting, security systems design, or low-voltage system design

  
  


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  Experience with physical security systems, including access control and CCTV

  
  


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  Proficiency in AutoCAD

  
  


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  Working knowledge of Revit

  
  


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  Ability to read, interpret, and update technical drawings and specifications

  
  

Desired Skills:

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  Experience with data center security design

  
  


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  Familiarity with intrusion alarms or fire-related systems

  
  


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  Exposure to enterprise, healthcare, university, or smaller-shop environments

  
  


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  Knowledge of industry standards and codes such as NFPA, NEC, or UL 294

  
  


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  Experience with access control platforms such as Lenel, Genetec, Software House, or Honeywell

  
  


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  Familiarity with generative AI tools for drafting or workflow support