We are seeking a highly skilled Project Engineer to join our Integrations team. This role serves as a technical subject matter expert supporting both pre-sales and project execution efforts. The Project Engineer collaborates closely with sales, design, project management, and operations teams to ensure successful implementation of integrated security systems including access control, video surveillance, and alarm systems.

Responsibilities include technical consulting, site surveys, system programming and commissioning, documentation development, customer training, and post-project support. This position plays a key role in ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, accurately, and in alignment with company and client standards.

Location: Preferred location is Washington but will consider candidates within CSG footprint.
Pay: $90K - $100K year

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical subject matter expert, partnering with sales teams and clients to support pre-sales efforts and identify solution opportunities.
• Conduct site surveys, technical assessments, and system evaluations to support accurate system design and estimating.
• Develop and contribute to logic diagrams, wiring diagrams, floorplan markups, and technical specifications during the design phase.
• Act as a technical liaison between account managers and customers, translating requirements for access control, alarm, and video systems.
• Configure system equipment and create installation documentation to support operations teams during deployment.
• Provide onsite and remote technical training to operations teams on systems, standards, and best practices.
• Support operations teams by troubleshooting and resolving technical issues during installation and commissioning.
• Assist technical project management teams with project scheduling, issue resolution, and status updates.
• Perform quality assurance reviews on installations, programming, and system functionality to ensure adherence to company, client, and industry standards.
• Deliver post-project support, including customer training, programming assistance, and system modifications.
• Identify opportunities for future client engagement and business growth.
• Ensure smooth handoff from installation teams to service teams through documentation and knowledge transfer.
• Maintain current licenses, certifications, and technical knowledge related to industry technologies.
• Complete all required documentation and reporting in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain and safeguard company and client property and confidential information.
• Travel as needed for site surveys, project support, and client meetings (up to one week at a time).
• Mentor and train junior technicians and team members on systems and technical processes.
• Ensure all work complies with company quality standards and best practices.
• Maintain a clean driving record and operate company vehicles safely.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years of experience in integrated security systems, low voltage systems, or a related technical field.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Preferred Certifications
Industry certifications are highly valued, including:

• Access Control Systems certifications
• Video Surveillance certifications
• Alarm Systems certifications
• Networking certifications

Additional Skills

• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and customer interaction skills
• Ability to collaborate across sales, engineering, and operations teams
• Strong documentation and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

Benefits

Cook Solutions Group (CSG) provides our employees with the most comprehensive benefits program to enhance their quality of life. CSG employees enjoy competitive salaries; CSG pays 90% of the PPO insurance premium for the employee; 100% for a high deductible plan, and 50% for the dependents. Both plans have reasonable deductible levels and co-pay amounts; a 401(k)-retirement match; Paid Time Off (PTO); 8 paid holidays per year; 16 hours of Paid Time Off a year for volunteer time through the Cook Career Builders program; Technician benefits that include commute time, company vehicle and gas card, quarterly bonus program, tuition reimbursement and much more!

Why work at Cook Solutions Group?

We know our employees are what make our business succeed. That’s why we’ve cultivated a casual, upbeat environment that enhances productivity, satisfaction, and retention. We strive to provide the best, most equitable and cost-effective benefits for employees. New employees become eligible for benefits on the first of the month following the 60-day day waiting period who work a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Our employees are encouraged to take advantage of flexible scheduling, maintain a healthy work-life balance, and volunteer in their communities through our Cook Community Builders program.

Equal Opportunity

Cook Solutions Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform service member status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.