Installation Engineer

Johnson Controls

Didcot, Oxfordshire

8 months ago

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Posted: 1 Sep 2025 (8 months ago)

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Security Systems Installation Engineer

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.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Working within the Project Delivery engineering team, reporting to the Engineering Manager.

Installing security systems to a high standard.

Comply with company procedures and H&S policies.

Collaborate with customers and project managers during installations.

Support junior engineers, and run small works autonomously.

Complete project-related paperwork timely.

Required Skills and Knowledge

Background in technical security systems (CCTV, IDS, PIDS, AACS, Intercoms etc.).

Experience in cable installation (LV, ELV, data cabling (copper & fibre optic).

Proficient in first and second fix tasks (e.g., conduit/containment, edge devices fixing, cable termination).

Ability to learn new systems and technologies.

Excellent communication skills and ability to work autonomously.

IT literate.

UK driving licence.

Desirable Knowledge

Minimum 4 years' experience within the technical security industry.

Background in electrical engineering with relevant qualifications (e.g., City and Guilds, IEE 18th Edition).

Knowledge of IP networking.

Experience working with Gallagher, Genetec, C-Cure, Synectics, Axis, Bosch, Honeywell, Texecom, Hanwha.

What We Look For

Proven experience in security systems installation with relevant qualifications.

Exceptional communication and customer-centric approach.

Proactive attitude with reliability and initiative.

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

Comfortable with travel and spending time away from home.

Self-motivated, reliable, and able to work unsupervised in a professional manner.

Join Johnson Controls in delivering innovative security solutions for a safer and smarter world. Apply now!

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