Job DescriptionAs a Design Engineer, you will serve as the trusted technical expert and partner to our customers, field engineers, and sales teams. Reporting to the Design Engineering Manager, you will design and engineer AV systems by developing bills of materials and producing system line drawings based on customer-provided scopes of work.
This role combines strong technical expertise with effective communication and collaboration skills. You will work in a dynamic, customer-facing environment, partnering with clients and internal teams to evaluate projects and deliver complete system designs that meet the customer's scope requirements.
JOB DUTIES: - Develop clear and detailed AV system designs, defining technical requirements that align with client needs, project constraints, and established engineering standards.
- Develop clear and complete design documentation including scopes of work, functional system descriptions, system sketches, and line drawings such as signal flow diagrams and layouts.
- Meet with integrators to understand existing conditions, identify potential challenges, and gather critical information to support accurate system design.
- Provide technical expertise and coordination support for audio, video, network, and control systems throughout the design phase and during handoff to project and field teams.
- Identify long-lead equipment and proactively communicate procurement risks to ensure project timelines are maintained.
- Engage with vendors and manufacturers to learn about the product capabilities and ensure selected products meet project and client requirements.
- Maintain current industry knowledge through ongoing vendor training, trade publications, participation in industry events, and continuing education.
- Maintaining your work calendar, effectively utilize Office programs, and use design software to increase efficiencies and collaborate effectively.
YOU MUST HAVE: - 5+ years of experience designing and/or installing within AV and IT systems.
- CTS certifications (required within 1 year of employment)
- Highly organized and self-motivated
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and Teams
- Ability to travel when required (less than 10%)
WE VALUE: - CTS-D or CTS-I Certification
- Advanced manufacturer certifications in related Control, networking, or AV technologies.
- Experience with AutoCAD, Visio, Revit, or Bluebeam
