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Systems Engineer Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

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Last updated 5 November 2025
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A Systems Engineer, or Senior Systems Engineer is responsible for developing, installing and maintaining company-wide systems. Their duties include updating computer software, installing new hardware and troubleshooting technical problems.

Systems Engineer duties and responsibilities

A Systems Engineer has a wide range of technical responsibilities and duties to fulfil daily. Their key duties and responsibilities include: 

  • Running daily testing and diagnostics on IT systems to identify potential problems
  • Identifying and resolving malfunctions within the system
  • Developing and installing new hardware or software to update and improve the functionality of systems
  • Liaising with outside suppliers or developers to source the most effective hardware or software for the company’s needs
  • Creating accurate, schematics plans of the system
  • Building robust backups that can be accessed in the event of system failures
  • Training IT staff to work within the systems and to resolve issues on their own
  • Liaising with senior operational staff to ensure that company systems can help fulfil wider business goals

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Example 1

Job Description

The Company

Panther Security Systems Ltd is a well established company based in Colchester. We have been trading for over 30 years and are NSI Gold accredited. Our geographical area is East Anglia with some work in North and East London. We are currently looking for experienced Security System Engineers to join our team. If you are looking to work for a reputable company with excellent back office support then please get in touch.

Responsibilities

Installation Engineer Role - installing, commissioning, ongoing upgrades and maintaining Intruder Alarm, CCTV & Access Control Systems. Participation in the out of hours callout on a rotational basis with an on-call allowance plus overtime payment. On-call is currently every 5-7 weeks but can alter from time to time.

The Ideal Candidate

Previous experience (2-3 years). Preferably with experience in the following systems, although training can be provided: - Texecom, Scantronic, Honeywell Galaxy, Menvier, Visonic and Orisec.

Must live within a commutable distance of our Colchester offices.

Full driving licence.

Our Offer

Salary up to £34,000 dependant on ability and experience. Excellent package available for the right candidate.

On-call allowance is currently £210 each week of on-call, plus any overtime payments.

Potential to earn more with overtime.

Company Vehicle.

Company Phone and Laptop.

20 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays + increase based on service length.

Ongoing training.

Driver’s License (Required).

You will require a clean DBS check as we work in schools.

Application Process

If you feel you meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £34,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Company car
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime

COVID-19 considerations:
We have guidelines for employees to follow. PPE provided.

Ability to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Example 2

Job description

Job description

Trainee / Junior Security Systems Engineer

JM Security Systems – Birmingham, West Midlands

Salary - National Minimum Wage or Negotiable subject to current experience*

Job Description:

We are currently recruiting for a Trainee / Junior Security Systems Engineer.

The successful applicant will be responsible for the installation/service and maintenance of Intruder, CCTV, Access Control and other security systems. You will be working alongside senior engineers, and will have an allocated personal mentor to help you through your training programme.

We have a first class training facility which includes academic and practical courses.

You will also have the opportunity to work alongside our current junior engineers, who just like you wanted a career change and we are proud they have fulfilled their goals.

JM Security Systems is an ‘Investors in People’ employer, and you will have the opportunity to join an ambitious business with full support to help you achieve success, with opportunity for career progression.

The successful applicant will be responsible for:
  • Installation, service and maintenance of our wide range of security products.
  • Providing an excellent service to customers, building solid working relationships.

Requirements:
  • Must have some knowledge of electrical/electronic systems.
  • Must be able to work at heights.
  • Working away throughout UK.
  • Good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
  • Live within easy access to our office.
  • GCSE’s or equivalent.
  • Full UK driving licence for at least 2 years.
  • Must be able to pass a DBS check.
  • Positive attitude towards personal development.

If you feel your skills and experience are a good match to the requirements of this position, please apply now. Due to the anticipated response to this opportunity, we are only able to respond to those who have been shortlisted for this vacancy.

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £16,500.00-£18,550.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Company pension
  • Store to Friday

Example 3

The company:

Camera Security Services is a family owned and managed business based in Chippenham, providing integrated security solutions to companies, local authorities, councils, schools, and individuals across the country. We specialise in CCTV, intruder alarms, access control, fire safety and remote CCTV monitoring. We have a national client base.

The role:

We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic multi-skilled Security engineers to join our well established (20+ years) and growing organisation. We have Service, Installation and Hybrid roles available. This is an excellent career progression opportunity.

Earn up to £50k per annum, including overtime and on call. Salary is negotiable depending on experience.

Our Service Engineers are responsible for maintaining all security systems in line with customer requirements and current standards. You will deliver a world class customer service to our valued clients ensuring that the work is completed to an exceptional standard.

Our installation engineers are responsible for installing, commissioning, carrying out ongoing upgrades and maintaining Intruder Alarm, CCTV, Access control and fire safety systems.

We work on large CCTV, Intruder Alarm, Fire and Access Control projects and can offer job variety; we work on very high-end stately homes, large multi-million pound properties, historic buildings, large commercial properties and public buildings.

Your duties will include but are not limited to:
  • Servicing and maintaining various intruder, CCTV, and access control systems.
  • Installation of various intruder, CCTV, and access control systems
  • Demonstrate systems for customers and explain details such as the causes and consequences of false alarms.
  • Carry out corrective and preventative maintenance of fire alarm systems and all other security systems
  • Understanding the clients’ needs and fulfilling all jobs required
  • Maintaining fire & security systems in line with current standards and customer requirements
  • Responding to demand service calls on all types of fire and security systems
  • Completing all provided documentation including site schematics/drawings
  • Carrying out annual service visits and responding to incoming faults raised

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who has the drive and enthusiasm to provide an outstanding service to our customers every day.

Our ideal candidate has:
  • Experience as a multi-disciplined engineer with a good all-round knowledge of Fire (preferred) and Security Systems
  • The ability to work to deadlines
  • A great communicator
  • Experience of front-line customer service will be preferential
  • A full UK Driving Licence
  • You must be flexible to travel and be part of an on-call rota.
  • We are looking for people who have the drive to work hard and push the business forward

Previous experience is essential.

We strongly believe in up-skilling our employees and giving them the knowledge to excel. We provide genuine training opportunities to enable our staff to hit their potential, with plenty of opportunity for progression.

What we offer
  • Paid Overtime (at a rate of x1.5)
  • Ability to earn £50k per annum
  • Company Vehicle with private use option
  • Training & Development
  • Travel time (door to door)
  • High End Laptop
  • iPhone
  • Company Credit Card
  • On call contains an additional allowance of £100.00 per month.
  • We provide quality tools and equipment. State of the art monitors, quality drills, PPE and working uniform.
  • Additional holiday for every year of employment, up to 25 days
  • Paid refer a friend scheme
  • Company pension scheme
  • Personal Development Plan. We sit down together every six months and look at ways we can help you develop as an employee and exceed your target. We want you to be the best you can be

Additional Info

Due to the nature of the Fire & Security industry and specific contracts, if successful, we will need to complete several background checks including a credit check, five-year referencing history and DBS check. All offers will be subject to successful completion of these background checks.

If you feel you meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please get in touch or apply with your CV.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Schedule:
  • Monday to security: 2 years (preferred)

Example 4

Overview

Due to company growth plans and an increasing pipeline of leads, Enspec is looking for an organised and experienced Power Systems Engineer to join our team. This role will emphasise dynamic analysis and UK Grid Code compliance, requiring expertise in DIgSILENT PowerFactory and PSCAD.

The Role
  • Dynamic Studies:Conduct frequency and voltage stability analysis within the G99 standard.
  • Steady State Studies:such as load flow, fault level and reactive compensation
  • UK Grid Code Compliance:Ensure compliance with UK Grid Code through comprehensive studies.
  • Power Systems Analysis:Perform steady-state studies such as load flow, fault level, and reactive compensation.
  • Harmonic Analysis:Conduct Harmonic G5/5 analysis, power quality assessments, and filter design.
  • P28 Studies:Assessing voltage fluctuations and flicker severity.
  • Simulation Studies:Execute transient over-voltage and insulation coordination simulations, including switching and lightning events.
  • Control Interaction:Perform studies on control system interactions within power networks.
  • Earthing Studies:Carry out detailed earthing studies for various projects.
  • Protection Coordination:Ensure proper protection coordination and perform Arc Flash studies.
  • Grid Connection Support:Provide technical support for grid connection to onshore and offshore developers.
  • Solution Design:Design and program components, especially harmonic filters and reactive compensation solutions.

A Typical Week Would Include:
  • Delivering consulting work related to dynamic analysis and UK Grid Code compliance.
  • Providing technical and project management leadership to support the project team.
  • Ensuring the technical quality of power systems projects, reports, and proposals.
  • Building and maintaining key client relationships to effectively position power systems services and secure future business.
  • Leading the development and delivery of project proposals and identifying areas where services and skills can be integrated through multi-disciplinary working.
  • Leading on excellence in power systems software packages (e.g., DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD, PSS/E, ETAP, IPSA, CDEGs).

Qualifications and Requirements
  • Degree:Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent.
  • Experience:Minimum of 2 years' experience with UK Grid Code Compliance Studies.
  • Software Proficiency:Experience with power system software packages including DIgSILENT PowerFactory and PSCAD. Familiarity with PSS/E, ETAP, IPSA, and CDEGs is beneficial.
  • Consulting:Experience in power systems consulting and a network of industry contacts and clients.
  • Motivation:Proactive and highly motivated to meet customer requirements.
  • Project Delivery:Proven track record in project delivery with a focus on quality.
  • Communication:Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Teamwork: Strong team working culture.
  • Customer Skills:Strong customer-facing skills.
  • Problem Solving:Analytical problem solver.

Preferences
  • International Knowledge:Understanding of power quality in international markets (USA, Australia, Africa) is a benefit.
  • Sustainability:Interest in power quality related to sustainability and net-zero initiatives (e.g., Hydrogen production, BESS).

Our Core Values

At Enspec, we live by our core values of; Impact, Innovation, Hard Work, Communication, Teamwork, and Continuous Improvement. We believe these values drive our success and help us deliver exceptional service to our clients. We value good people, ambition, and diligence, offering a range of flexible employee benefits and career development opportunities.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Flexible working hours and a supportive work environment.
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement within a dynamic and growing company.
  • Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
  • 24 days of holidays plus bank holidays.

If you're an ambitious Power Systems Engineer looking to further your career with a successful business, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £55,000.00-£75,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Enhanced paternity leave
  • UK visa sponsorship
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
  • Performance bonus



Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):
  • Do you have experience with any of these systems; DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSS/E, ETAP, PSCAD, IPSA and CDEGs?

Experience:
  • UK Grid Code compliance: 2 years (required)
  • harmonic analysis: 2 years (preferred)
  • Power Systems Engineering: 2 years Location: Hybrid remote in Manchester
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What does a Systems Engineer do?

A Systems Engineer is responsible for ensuring that a company’s operating systems and procedures work efficiently and effectively. This is IT-focused, but can also include wider systems such as manufacturing or production. Systems Engineers work closely with the IT department, developing a robust infrastructure in the form of desktop systems, cloud software or internal and external communication networks. They ensure that company-wide systems are up to date and secure from malfunction, viruses or hacks. They also fix problems and develop long-term solutions for a more effective operating system.

Systems Engineer skills and qualifications

A Systems Engineer needs expert analytical and problem-solving skills, alongside an excellent knowledge of IT systems. Computer software skills, communication skills and keen attention to detail are all essential. A successful Systems Engineer candidate will have various prerequisite skills and qualifications, that typically include:

  • Ability to install and configure operating systems, including Linux or Microsoft
  • Technical knowledge of computer hardware, such as installing monitors or creating WiFi networks
  • Excellent knowledge of coding systems, such as JavaScript
  • Excellent knowledge of cybersecurity threats and proactive ability to counter them
  • Ability to work with cloud-based systems such as Google
  • Ability to develop automated computer programs to minimise the potential for human error
  • Ability to communicate complex technical information to IT illiterate employees
  • Ability to analyse technical data to find opportunities for creating more efficient systems

Systems Engineer experience requirements

A Systems Engineer needs a minimum of six years of experience working in an IT-based role, such as an IT Technician. A Senior Systems Engineer will require three further years of experience working as a Systems Engineer to be successful in their application. Experience developing and successfully implementing new systems is essential. Experience working with senior management teams on long-term system development strategies is desirable.

Systems Engineer education and training requirements

A Systems Engineer needs a thorough education and training in IT systems, programs and solutions. Strong academic results in maths and IT at GCSE and A-level, leading to a degree in a related subject at a university is essential. Employers can look for degrees in computer science, computer engineering or transferrable engineering subjects such as electrical or mechanical engineering. Postgraduate qualifications in computer science or computer engineering will demonstrate an exceptional technical background.

Systems Engineer salary expectations

According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a Systems Engineer in the UK is £34,282 per year. Salary may be dependent on experience, location and company.

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