Rolex Security Technical Systems Engineer
- Location
- GenevaGenevaSwitzerland
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Engineering, Facilities & Maintenance
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- May 16, 2026
About Rolex
Rolex is a globally recognised Swiss watch manufacture renowned for technical excellence, precision engineering and artisanal craftsmanship. As an independent maison with a global retail and service footprint, Rolex combines advanced industrial engineering with a strong culture of discretion and long-term investment in products and people.
Rolex in Geneva seeks a Security Technical Systems Engineer to design, commission and maintain CCTV, access control and alarm systems.
Role & Responsibilities
- Design and specify technical security systems including CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, fire detection and building management interfaces.
- Lead installation, commissioning and testing of security systems across manufacturing, office and retail facilities; produce and maintain detailed technical documentation and as-built drawings.
- Manage third-party suppliers and integrators: tender evaluation, contract management, work supervision and quality assurance.
- Perform risk assessments, vulnerability analyses and system audits to ensure systems meet operational security requirements and regulatory standards.
- Oversee preventative maintenance and corrective interventions; develop lifecycle and spare-parts strategies to maximise system availability.
- Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders (facilities, IT, legal, operations) to ensure secure integration of IP-based security infrastructure and compliance with corporate policies.
- Provide technical training and operational handover to internal teams; act as escalation point for complex incidents and participate in on-call rotations when required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical/electronic engineering, security engineering, telecommunications or equivalent technical qualification; Master’s preferred.
- Minimum five years’ professional experience in design, commissioning and maintenance of integrated technical security systems in industrial, institutional or high-security environments.
- Proven track record managing security systems projects and third-party integrators from specification through commissioning.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in French and English; ability to prepare technical specifications and reports.
- Ability to obtain any required site security clearances and to work with confidential information.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5 years of progressive professional experience in technical security systems engineering, including design, commissioning and maintenance within industrial, corporate or high-security settings.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Security Engineering, Telecommunications or closely related field; Master’s degree or advanced certification preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland.
Culture
The workplace emphasises technical excellence, precision and discretion consistent with a heritage Swiss manufacturer. Teams operate with a long-term perspective, high standards of craftsmanship and close cross-disciplinary collaboration between engineering, operations and security functions.
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