Demo

Senior CAD Engineer - Security

Basesix
Marietta, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/22/2026

The Senior CAD Engineer is responsible for the accurate and timely completion of post-sale engineering deliverables for low-voltage projects. This role works closely with Sales, Preconstruction, and Operations teams to develop system designs, shop drawings, submittals, bills of materials, and installation documentation for security, access control, structured cabling, voice/data, and related systems.

Skills and Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain shop drawings, system layouts, installation documents, and as-built drawings.

  • Develop bills of materials, conformance estimates, and submittal packages based on project requirements.

  • Review plans, specifications, and sales estimates to ensure accurate project documentation.

  • Coordinate with Project Managers, Sales, Operations, and field teams throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Manage drawing revisions and document control using customer markups and field updates.

  • Assist with engineering support for change orders and project modifications.

  • Coordinate with subcontracted engineering resources as needed.

  • Visit project sites as needed to verify field conditions and support project execution.

  • Support Sales and Preconstruction teams with technical reviews and system layouts.

Qualifications

  • 3 years of CAD drafting, design, or engineering experience.

  • Experience with low-voltage systems such as security, access control, structured cabling, CCTV, or related technologies preferred.

  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

  • Ability to read construction drawings, specifications, and project documents.

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

  • Valid Driver's License required.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to visit construction sites as needed.

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.

  • Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and navigate active job sites.

  • Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.

Location: Georgia

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary.com Estimation for Senior CAD Engineer - Security in Marietta, GA
$74,208 to $91,560
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Senior CAD Engineer - Security?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Senior CAD Engineer - Security career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$60,778 - $75,025
Income Estimation: 
$73,120 - $92,318
Income Estimation: 
$91,158 - $113,466
Income Estimation: 
$119,470 - $150,512
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Basesix

  • Basesix Birmingham, AL
  • The Recruiter is responsible for attracting, sourcing, and hiring top talent across all areas of Basesix, with a strong focus on Operations and field-based... more
  • 3 Days Ago

  • Basesix Marietta, GA
  • The Recruiter is responsible for attracting, sourcing, and hiring top talent across all areas of Basesix, with a strong focus on Operations and field-based... more
  • 3 Days Ago

  • Basesix Marietta, GA
  • The Project Manager working with the National Deployment team will manage projects ranging from thirty thousand to three million in total revenue, and is r... more
  • 8 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Senior CAD Engineer - Security jobs in the Marietta, GA area that may be a better fit.

  • Construction Resources Cumming, GA
  • Company Description Construction Resources (CR) is the Southeast's premier design and building solutions partner, serving custom builders, production homeb... more
  • 1 Month Ago

  • ENCOMPASS DIGITAL MEDIA LLC Atlanta, GA
  • Encompass is a global technology services company focused on supporting broadcast, cable and digital leaders. We design, implement and operate reliable vid... more
  • 5 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!