3-5+ years in technical AV roles with field engineering experience
Strong computer skills in configuring networked AV systems
Willingness to obtain CTS-I certification within 1 year
Effective team collaboration skills
Strong communication and customer service skills
Flexibility for travel, primarily in NYC and DC, with occasional out-of-state travel
Availability to work off-hours as needed
Responsibilities
Review and interpret AV system drawings and documentation
Perform commissioning tasks for audio, video, control, and broadcast systems
Troubleshoot and diagnose advanced AV systems and networking platforms
Collaborate with clients and engineering teams to resolve technical challenges
Develop and implement technical solutions with installation teams and contractors
Ensure timely communication with installation and engineering teams to adhere to project schedules
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Professional development support
Full Job Description
AV Field Engineer
Job Summary:
The AV Field Engineer will be responsible for providing systems commissioning, configuration, testing, diagnostics and troubleshooting of networked AV systems. The successful candidate should have a strong combination of field as well as engineering skills, as well as a desire to work closely with our customers and their technical teams to help bring installed system designs to reality and find solutions to technical challenges encountered in the field.
Responsibilities:
Review and interpret AV system drawings and documentation
Perform AV field engineering and commissioning tasks including audio, video, control and broadcast system setup and configuration
Perform troubleshooting and diagnostics of advanced AV systems including AV networking platforms, DSPs, control systems and general AV equipment.
Work closely with our client and engineering team to identify technical challenges and prioritize efforts to resolve problems, and engineer temporary and permanent solutions.
Work closely with our engineering and installation teams, as well as third party contractors, for the development and implementation of the proposed technical solutions
Communicate with the installation and engineering teams, as well as the customer's technical team, in a timely fashion to ensure the project adheres to schedule
Qualifications and Experience:
3-5+ years of experience in technical AV roles with direct experience in field engineering and system diagnostics tasks, or related activities
Strong computer skills, including experience in the configuration of networked AV systems, such as the configuration of network parameters and loading of audio DSP and control system configuration files is, preferred
Willing to obtain a CTS-I certification within 1 year of employment
Ability to work effectively within a team
This is a customer-facing position, and therefore, strong communication skills, and a customer service-focused personality are essential
This position will require traveling to client sites for field work with most travel to locations in New York City and Washington, DC, but occasional travel to other cities through the country. Flexibility for travel will be a key component of this position.
While we make an effort to operate during regular business hours, the candidate must be willing and able to work off-hours occasionally in order to meet a customer's schedule
Location: Washington, DC
Travel: Up to 10 - 35%
Compensation & Benefits:
The expected base salary range for this role is $85,000 - $115,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.
This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Professional development support
For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.
Salas O'Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.
