Project Engineer

Evergreen Fire and Security•Huntsville, AL

3d•$85,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Evergreen Fire and Security provides engineered design, installation, and maintenance of custom low-voltage systems for government entities and corporations in the United States and abroad. The Project Engineer designs and provides project support for integrated electronic security systems, including access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, perimeter systems, and other specialized systems. The role works closely with Business Development and Field Operations to ensure seamless system integration. The Project Engineer prepares accurate and complete CAD drawings, reviews bids, develops cut buildouts, evaluates electrical systems and components for compliance with applicable regulations and specifications, and tests system and component capabilities. The position provides technical information and design support to internal and external stakeholders, including System Engineers, Technicians, Project Managers, and peer groups. It also assists with technical client presentations, proposals, estimates, documentation, and project status reporting. The role requires travel to job sites for site surveys, compliance checks, proposal deliveries, customer satisfaction assessments, troubleshooting, and hands-on experience. Site visits may involve travel within and outside the continental United States. The Project Engineer maintains knowledge of relevant codes and certifications through professional development and is expected to use company-standard tools and software. As Evergreen is a U.S. government contractor, the employee must be able to meet federal access requirements; the posting states that U.S. citizenship is required unless an individual listing says otherwise.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related field.
Working knowledge of system layouts, wiring diagrams, and construction documents.
Strong communication skills to interface with customers.
Strong collaboration skills.
Willingness to travel.
Valid enhanced driver’s license.
Ability to pass pre-employment and continuing random background, drug, and motor vehicle record screenings.
Ability to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information; the posting states U.S. citizenship is required unless otherwise stated in the individual listing.

Nice To Haves

2–5 years of experience in low-voltage systems, physical security, or a related field, such as access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, fire alarm, or electrical.
Strong field experience supporting installation, service, or commissioning of security or life safety systems.
Prior experience working on military installations.

Responsibilities

Design Electronic Security System projects, ensuring accuracy and completeness in CAD drawings, bid reviews, and cut buildouts.
Evaluate electrical systems, products, and components for compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations, codes, and specifications.
Design testing methods and conduct tests to confirm system and component capabilities.
Provide engineering and technical information to internal and external stakeholders.
Support System Engineers, Technicians, and Project Managers through the design process.
Collaborate with peer groups to develop, draft, and finalize competitive proposals.
Maintain a comprehensive library of relevant regulations, codes, and specifications, and stay current with updates.
Attend educational workshops, review professional publications, complete system certification courses, and maintain or obtain necessary certifications.
Assist the Business Development team in presenting technical and security solutions to clients.
Ensure Project Managers are informed about the technical solutions provided, including related documentation and specifications.
Travel to job sites for compliance checks, proposal deliveries, customer satisfaction assessments, and in-depth site surveys.
Provide estimates and proposals for submission to customers.
Submit regular status reports to the Director of Engineering or assigned Supervisor.
Ensure consistent use of the company's standardized tools and software.
Travel to job sites for hands-on experience, troubleshooting, and assistance.
Perform site surveys and visits, which may require travel within and outside the continental United States.