Job Description
Senior Security Design Engineer
Location: London or Bath (Hybrid working)
Salary: Up to £60,000 basic + comprehensive benefits package
We are supporting a globally recognised, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy in their search for an experienced Security Design Engineer to join their expanding security team.
This role offers an opportunity to move into true front-end design consultancy, working on high-profile projects across the UK and internationally. The position can be aligned to either the London or Bath office with a flexible hybrid working arrangement.
About the business:
Our client is a leading global engineering consultancy delivering complex, large-scale projects across multiple sectors including:
• Major transport infrastructure and aviation
• Healthcare and life sciences
• Commercial and mixed-use developments
• Data centres and mission-critical facilities
• Urban regeneration and masterplanning
• Government and secure environments
Their project portfolio spans the UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia and North America. The business is known for its people-first culture, strong focus on sustainability, collaborative working environment and long-term approach to project delivery. They place a significant emphasis on professional development and actively support chartership and ongoing training.
The role:
As a Security Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and specification of security systems within the built environment.
This will include:
• Designing and specifying CCTV, Access Control and Intruder Detection systems
• Producing detailed technical specifications and design reports
• Coordinating engineering delivery across multi-disciplinary project teams
• Attending client and design team meetings
• Managing projects and resources where appropriate
• Contributing to the development of internal standards and best practice
• Supporting bids and proposals where required
This is a consultancy-led role focused on design, strategy and project delivery rather than installation or reactive site work.
About you:
You will ideally have:
• Experience designing security systems within the built environment
• Background from an integrator or consultancy environment
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks
• Experience authoring technical security specifications
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• A desire to develop professionally and progress your career
What’s on offer:
• Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience
• Excellent benefits package
• Hybrid working model
• Exposure to international projects
• Structured career development and chartership support
• Long-term progression opportunities within a global consultancy
Why apply:
This role represents a natural progression for engineers moving from integrator environments into consultancy. It offers broader project exposure, stronger technical development and the opportunity to work on prestigious projects worldwide.
If you would like to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please apply or contact me directly.