Security Design Engineer
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Area | Warrington, Cheshire |
| Sector | Civil Engineering |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Alasdair Starmore |
| Job Ref | 19837 |
- Description
Security Designer
Location: Warrington Working Pattern: Flexible / Agile Working Available
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Security Designer to join a specialist design team delivering physical and electronic security solutions across major Critical National Infrastructure projects throughout the UK.
Working within a collaborative and technically driven environment, you will support the planning, development, and delivery of integrated security systems for complex infrastructure programmes. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects while contributing to innovative and value-driven design solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support site visits alongside the design team and act as the main contact for subcontract design coordination
- Develop electronic security scopes and technical specifications following site surveys and 3D scans
- Work closely with subcontract designers to review specifications, pricing, and technical submissions
- Manage Technical Queries (TQs) and maintain associated registers
- Support tendering and project delivery teams with technical documentation and bid submissions
- Ensure compliance with site and office security procedures and support accreditation requirements
- Interpret client requirements and develop compliant, secure design solutions
- Produce detailed design documentation including layouts, specifications, network architecture, cable schedules, and system schedules
- Review design deliverables and support design planning and programme management
- Identify and manage design variations through formal change control processes
- Promote innovation and continuous improvement to achieve cost-effective technical solutions
About You
The successful candidate will have experience within electronic security system design and integration, ideally within highly regulated or infrastructure-based environments.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Strong knowledge of integrated security systems including:
- Access Control
- Intruder Alarm Systems
- Analogue and IP CCTV
- Audio Challenge and Intercom Systems
- Experience integrating systems into local and remote ARC/RVRC security management platforms
- Knowledge of security equipment, devices, and associated infrastructure
- Experience producing technical documentation including URS and FDS documents
- Understanding of CDM regulations and temporary works requirements
- Experience using Microsoft Office packages
- Relevant ONC/HNC/BEng qualification or NVQ equivalent
Desirable Experience
- Experience within the water or Critical National Infrastructure sectors
- Familiarity with AMTECH
- Working knowledge of BIM / PAS 1192
- Experience with AutoCAD software
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Flexible and agile working arrangements
- Career progression and professional development opportunities
- Access to industry-leading projects across the UK
- Private medical options and employee wellbeing support
- Generous annual leave entitlement with holiday purchase options
- Pension scheme and employee share purchase scheme
- Cycle to Work and corporate discount schemes
- Professional membership support
About the Organisation
This opportunity is with a well-established UK infrastructure and construction business operating across Critical National Infrastructure sectors including Defence, Water, Energy, Transport, and Telecommunications.
The organisation delivers integrated physical and electronic security programmes across complex operational environments and is recognised for its technical expertise, collaborative culture, and commitment to innovation, safety, and employee development.