Security Design Engineer

Security Design Engineer Opportunity

Our client, an industry leader in the physical security integration space local to the Great Pittsburgh area, is seeking an experienced Security Design Engineer to join their growing team on a W2 contract to hire. This individual will engineer and design commercial electronic security solutions. Some of these solutions may include alarm/intrusion, CCTV, access control, paging, intercom, audio/video, and fire systems. Engineers work collaboratively with technicians, project managers, sales, and other professionals to design and specify solutions to meet and exceed customer expectations.

• Work collaboratively with sales and project management to engineer and develop system designs, proposals, and estimates.

• Work collaboratively with the CAD department to ensure accurate and detailed drawings.

• Work collaboratively with the technical services group to ensure technical functionality of the proposed solution.

• Work with vendors and their technical support departments to design solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations.

• Achieve necessary certifications to design and engineer accurate solutions.

• Prioritize engineering tasks to meet workload demands effectively and efficiently.

Required Skills:

• Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience with electronic security, fire alarm, intercom/paging, IT networking, and/or system automation.
• NIET certification.
• Ability to read/understand CAD/AutoCAD Drawings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills and software aptitude.
• Must be highly organized with demonstrated success managing multiple tasks.

Additional Information:

• MUST be local to Pittsburgh, required onsite in office and local travel.
• W-2 contract to hire with salary based upon previous relevant industry experience.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pittsburgh, PA.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Pittsburgh, PA.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2025.