Security CAD Designer

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Pflugerville, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Security Designer is responsible for producing detailed design documents for integrated security systems, including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and related technologies. Responsibilities include performing research, conducting field surveys, and implementing feedback from customers, sales representatives, estimators, and other experts. The Security Designer collaborates with project managers, purchasing agents, and superintendents to ensure accurate and timely designs.

Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 1 year of experience with CAD
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficient use of AutoCAD and/or BIM for security system design.
• Familiarity with UL standards, NFPA, and relevant building and electrical codes.
• Strong math skills and ability to calculate load, capacity, and system requirements.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with great attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
• Ability to travel occasionally.
• Ability to work overtime when necessary.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of security system design experience or other relevant system types preferred.
• Access control, video surveillance, or intrusion detection system design preferred.
• Proficient use of FireCAD, Bluebeam, or other security design tools is a plus.
• Experience performing job-site field checks/surveys is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed design documents from project specifications, architectural drawings, and code requirements using AutoCAD, BIM, and other design software.
• Read, interpret, and apply security-related codes, standards, and job specifications.
• Work with sales, operations, and design staff as needed to interpret project scope.
• Conduct field/job site surveys to ensure proper design and system integration.
• Design access control systems, video surveillance systems, intrusion detection systems, and related security technologies.
• Prepare and submit permit documents to meet jurisdictional requirements.
• Create shop drawings, submittals, and stock lists.
• Ensure required approvals are obtained for design work.
• Work with purchasing to order security system components and equipment.
• Provide consultation for project managers regarding design changes and technical challenges.
• Develop project timelines with management and produce designs on schedule.
• Maintain accurate project documentation including submittals and approvals.
• Prepare status reports and participate in planning and coordination meetings.
• Provide timely and accurate entries into operating systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and Career Development
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees