Applications Engineer
Core
Prepare detailed labor, materials, and equipment estimates for fire alarm, security, and low-voltage system projects.
Role type
Senior estimating engineer (fire alarm/security/low-voltage)
Builds
Bid proposals and accurate project budgets for alarm, CCTV, access control, and structured cabling installations
Domain
Security systems and low-voltage construction
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Fire alarm and security system estimating, code interpretation (NFPA, NEC), construction drawing analysis, vendor pricing negotiation, value engineering, bid proposal development, project budgeting, change order management, product selection, construction schedule understanding
Preferred skills
NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level III certification, MS Office proficiency, Visio/DWG Writer usage, Salesforce.com proficiency
Technologies
Salesforce, PLC, Security Hardware
Responsibilities
Analyze blueprints and scope documents for fire and security projects; Perform take-offs and identify value-engineering options; Work with vendors to obtain competitive pricing; Develop bid proposals and ensure timely documentation submission; Partner with sales and project management for smooth handoffs; Maintain accurate pricing database; Review field site survey documents and engineering drawings; Support RFI, RFP, RFQ, and RFM&S processes; Create estimates for access control, intrusion, CCTV, and structured cabling systems; Manage assigned projects and track deadlines; Prepare project clarifications and compliance lists.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC