Applications Engineer
Position Summary
As an Applications Engineer, you will formulate engineered estimates and budgets for new and existing clients, providing support to consultants, engineers, construction managers, general contractors, and in-house Sales Representatives, Key Account Representatives, and Project Managers.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY
- Analyze and interpret blueprints, specifications, and scope documents for fire and security system projects.
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, and equipment for alarm systems, CCTV, access control, and other low-voltage installations.
- Conduct take-offs and identify potential value-engineering alternatives to reduce costs without sacrificing quality.
- Collaborate with vendors and subcontractors to source competitive pricing.
- Develop bid proposals, ensuring all required documentation is submitted on time.
- Partner with sales and project management teams to ensure seamless project handoffs.
- Maintain an up-to-date pricing database.
- Keep current with changes in industry codes, technology advancements, and competitive practices.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience estimating in the fire alarm and/or security/low voltage field.
- Educational Background: BA Business/BS Engineering/MS Engineering or equivalent experience in the appropriate field.
- Strong understanding of relevant codes, including NFPA and NEC.
- Ability to read and interpret detailed construction drawings and scope documentation.
- Experience working with major manufacturers (e.g., Silent Knight, Firelite, Bosch, Hanwha, Avigilon, Axis, Genetec, Lenel, and others).
- High level of organization and accuracy with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and time management skills.
- NICET Certification - Fire Alarm Systems Level III or higher, preferred.
- Computer skills: MS Office, Acrobat, Visio, DWG Writer, Big Machines, Salesforce.com.
Essential Functions
- Product selection and application (to ensure the right product is used in the right application) while maintaining adherence to Securitas’s product selection process and design standards.
- Estimate installation costs in conjunction with Implementation Operations, Service Operations, Internal Labor, and External Labor.
- Review of Field Site Survey documents and drawings.
- Supports the RFI, RFP, RFQ, and RFM&S process as needed.
- Create estimates and budgets for access control, intrusion, CCTV, intercom, PSIM, PLC, and structured cabling systems.
- Interpret specifications, addendums, revisions, sketches, and Scope of Work.
- Work with project managers and design engineers for creating change orders on existing and ongoing projects.
- Manage assigned projects and maintain deadlines for each project.
- Build and maintain a good relationship with coworkers, suppliers, and manufacturers.
- Create a detailed list of clarifications, exclusions, and compliance on a per project basis.
- Knowledge of construction schedules, project meetings, and how they pertain and impact the project.
- Able to research product information utilizing the internet.
- Excellent working knowledge of construction industry conventions.
- Good understanding of workload and the requirements to maintain commitments.
- Firm grasp of the competitive environment and strategic plays by competitors.
- Excellent command and knowledge of building code requirements.
Securitas Technology Offers
- Opportunity for annual merit pay increases.
- Paid company training.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage.
- Company-paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability.
- 401K with 60% match up to 6% of salary.
- Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time.
- Education assistance.
- Exceptional growth opportunities.
- Wide variety of employee discounts on travel, equipment, and more!
About the Role
Securitas Technology is a world-leading provider of integrated security solutions that protect, connect, and optimize businesses of all types and sizes. More than 13,000 colleagues in 40 countries are dedicated to making your world a safer place through their commitment to delivering an unparalleled client experience.
Benefits
We offer comprehensive benefits including annual merit pay increases, paid company training, medical, dental, vision, life, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage, company-paid short-term and long-term disability, a 401K with a 60% match up to 6% of salary, paid vacation, holiday, and sick time, education assistance, exceptional growth opportunities, and wide variety of employee discounts on travel, equipment, and more!
Schedule
We are a nationwide provider of security solutions and an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. Our core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness are proudly demonstrated daily by our employees to our customers and the communities we serve.