Electronic Security Field Engineer
About the job
- A minimum of 3–7 years of previous experience in the electronic security industry.
- An associate or bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred, or an applicable amount of experience in the appropriate field may substitute for the educational background.
- Experience designing and planning access control and video systems.
- Must be able to meet and maintain certifications, licenses, and registrations required by applicable state laws and electronic security regulations in the states worked.
- Must be willing to participate in and pass the company's pre-employment background investigation and drug screening.
- If applicable, must maintain a safe driving record and valid driver's license to fulfill the position's travel requirements.
- Provide engineering design and support for security solutions for new and existing clients, coordinating with internal and external teams, clients, and subcontractors to ensure project success.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of standard electronic security technology (ACS, IDS, FDS, and CCTV) and supporting equipment, including computer software and hardware, databases, and networking infrastructure.
- Review architectural, electrical, telecommunications, and security engineering floor plans, riser drawings, device schedules, and detail drawings.
- Design, develop, and implement solutions for system installations, upgrades, repairs, and conversions.
- Review field site survey documentation and provide technical assistance with RFI/RFP responses.
- Create solution design documentation, including drawings, bills of materials, and solution design summaries.
- Provide technical support for in-office and on-site team members.
- Support management in creating documentation for implementing new technology with new and existing customers.
- Maintain familiarity with current and emerging electronic security technologies, including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and biometrics, as well as leading industry vendors.
- Professional electronic security certifications or training in systems such as Lenel, Genetec, C-Cure, Avigilon, Axis, Bosch, or Milestone.
About the company
i2G Systems designs and installs network and electrical infrastructure to support security and life safety systems for large, complex facilities and campuses around the world. Its work covers end-to-end design, installation, integration, and ongoing maintenance, enabling secure and reliable operation of safety and security systems. The company’s technology stack includes the underlying infrastructure that connects cameras, access control, alarms, data networks, and power systems, ensuring data and notifications are available when needed. i2G Systems differentiates itself through its focus on high-value facilities, global reach, cross-disciplinary teamwork, and a strong emphasis on employee development to deliver solutions that minimize security risks and protect people, assets, and data. The goal is to provide comprehensive, reliable infrastructure and services that reduce risk for clients and support safe, compliant operations across campuses and large facilities.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Plymouth Township, Michigan
Founded
2013
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Kastle added five executives in July 2026, signaling aggressive cross-sell into i2G accounts.
- i2G keeps hiring across Michigan, Ohio, Virginia, Washington, Georgia, and Arizona.
- August 2026 openings for project and BI managers show active operational scaling.
What critics are saying
- Kastle now controls i2G’s strategic direction, tightening integration pressure by 2027.
- Johnson Controls and Motorola Solutions deepen competing managed-security platforms with larger budgets.
- A failed Kastle integration could collapse i2G’s independent brand and leadership by 2028.
What makes i2G Systems unique
- Kastle’s 2025 majority stake gives i2G capital, scale, and national reach.
- i2G specializes in data centers and high-security campuses, not generic low-voltage work.
- Jason Slocum won EY Michigan and Northwest Ohio Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Mental Health Support
- Remote Work Options
- Paid Sick Leave
- Professional Development Budget