Systems Engineer

Posted:
10/9/2024, 9:51:06 AM

Location(s):
South Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom ⋅ England, United Kingdom

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security

Job Role/Purpose

Within this role you join an experienced team where you will utilise your skills in installing advanced security solutions including CCTV, access control, intruder alarm systems and other security related systems. You would be responsible for installing first and second fix of electronic equipment and associated infrastructure at our client sites. This can mean that the engineer may be overseeing projects or be directly involved in the installation element of the job.

Skills and Knowledge Required

  • Ideally you would have a background in electrical engineering and would be a time served/qualified Electrical contracting engineer with the minimum qualifications, City and Guilds, IEE 18th Edition wiring regulations, although prior experience at this level would also be a prime consideration

  • Previous experience of cable installation including mains cabling, structured cabling and Fibre Optic  

  • First fix experience (Conduit, trunking, tray/ basket etc)  

  • Second fix experience, including installation of edge devices, central core infrastructure and network cabling

  • Excellent communication skills, both internally and with customers

  • Self-motivated and enthusiastic and comfortable and able to work in an autonomous manner

  • Professional manner and approach at all times

  • IT literate

  • Able to attain SC level minimum, and to maintain the clearance level

  • Ability to learn new systems and products

  • Full UK driving Licence

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

  • Comply with company procedures and H&S policies at all times

  • Work closely with customers and project management in installation of security equipment

  • Lead by example and be capable of directing other team members

  • Manage system installation tasks as directed

  • Delivery of solutions as specified to meet, and or exceed, customers expectations  

  • Completing project related paperwork to meet business requirements and timescales

  • Provide feed back on system alterations or change requests from customers

Capabilities

  • Ability to learn and train on new systems and technologies, as identified by the business

  • Comfortable with travelling and spending time away from home

  • Self-motivated with a positive outlook

  • Has a clear focus on high quality, whilst working in a team environment

  • Reliable and able to work unsupervised

  • Smart appearance and able to work in a tidy professional manner