Pre-Sales & System Design Engineer

Role Overview

PreSales & System Design Engineer

This role suits someone who is detaildriven, technically strong, commercially aware, and thrives in a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

PreSales & Estimating

• Review tender documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates (labour, materials, subcontractors, equipment).
• Liaise with suppliers for technical clarification and pricing.
• Support bid strategy, value engineering, and proposal submissions.

System Design

• Lead system designs from concept through RIBA Stages 24.
• Produce CAD drawings, schematics, design calculations, and equipment schedules.
• Ensure designs comply with NSI, SBD, ISO, CDM, Building Safety Act, IET Wiring Regulations, and NACD digital standards.
• Maintain accurate data drops and Golden Thread documentation.
• Provide technical support to installation and commissioning teams.

Governance & Compliance

• Adhere to Clients project stagegates, RAID logs, and PMO processes.
• Identify risks and propose clear mitigations.
• Support audits, certification processes, and Building Safety Gateway submissions.

Digital Delivery

• Use digital takeoff tools, AutoCAD/Revit, CDE platforms, and CRM/ERP systems.
• Ensure precise documentation handover from tender to contract and from design to delivery.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Participate in client and consultant meetings, technical reviews, and (where required) resident engagement for HRBs.
• Provide clear technical explanations to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Support Sales and Project Managers with solution presentations.

Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to improving design standards, templates, processes, and best practices.
• Share market insights, lessons learned, and supplier performance feedback.
• Mentor junior engineers where needed.

Requirements

Experience & Knowledge

• 3+ years estimating or 5+ years designing integrated security systems.
• Strong understanding of door entry, access control, CCTV, intercom, and networked security systems.
• Working knowledge of electrical installation and UK Building Safety regulations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (Revit/BIM desirable).
• Manufacturer certifications (Genetec, Paxton, etc.) advantageous.

Skills

• Strong analytical and numerical capability.
• Excellent documentation discipline and version control.
• Effective communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and negotiation ability.
• High proficiency in digital tools including MS Office and collaboration platforms.

Behavioural Fit

• Safetyfirst mindset with strong compliance alignment.
• Detailoriented, calm under pressure, and proactive.
• Collaborative, professional, and customerfocused.
• Demonstrates integrity and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Why Join JMTECH?

• Work with a leading UK technology provider in an essential, regulated industry.
• Engage in meaningful projects that improve building safety and resident experience.
• Join a supportive team uplifted by strong governance, digital processes, and engineering excellence.
• Opportunities for professional development, certification, and career growth.