Overview

Founded in 2000, Applied Minds draws on the diverse talents of employees and a network of subject

matter experts to innovate by melding art, design, science, and engineering. We help organizations ask

the right questions and then provide unexpected, yet powerful solutions.

With a passion for inventing the future for our clients, we bring together brilliant and creative people from numerous disciplines into multidisciplinary teams to work on projects such as autonomous systems, command centers, modeling

and simulation systems, robotics, spacecraft, UAVs, user experiences, vehicles, and more.

Equipped with outstanding tools and technology, collaborative spaces, an art department, and advanced

fabrication and prototyping facilities, we work in an informal, creative environment that blurs the lines

between disciplines.

If you have exceptional talent and passion, join Applied Minds and help us create for the ages.

We are looking for an AV Design Engineer for a 3 month contract assignment to support the development of a large commercial project at the conceptual design stage of the process. This is an opportunity to work on cutting edge designs and technology solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive operational knowledge of hardware, software, media and systems for professional audio, video, studio, projection, multimedia, networked and web server applications.
• Design and engineers fixed and mobile large scale imaging, projection, video production and editing, conferencing, status display, production and audio/acoustic systems for conference rooms, theaters, and command centers.
• Manage computer simulation and modeling of spaces, for acoustics, lighting, and electronic circuits and systems.
• Perform rapid prototyping, construction, integration, installation, checkout and calibration of complex AV and media systems.
• Provide deep knowledge of circuit and systems engineering in both analog and digital domains, as well as M&S, CAD, and computer aided design/engineering techniques.
• Manage systems design, documentation, installation, and operational experience for Sound, Video, Projection, Lighting and Media system, including motion control, systems automation, and programming. 

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical or Systems Engineering a strong plus.
• 10 years AV experience in highly technical and creative environment
• Strong technical background/aptitude; engineering necessary, including rapid prototyping/development or designing one of a kind/complex systems.
• Similar experience/expertise as a chief engineer at a broadcast network is preferred.
• Experience in with both analog and digital systems.
• Must be flexible and able to accept rapid changes, and have real-world large scale systems experience and knowledge down to working component and circuit level expertise.
• Strong problem solving capabilities, able to diagnose and repair equipment or software as needed.
• Strong familiarity with brands, suppliers, and technical supply options is required, as well as rapid prototyping experience.
• Proven ability to get the job done when on aggressive production schedules.
• Effective communication on all levels.
• Able to work well independently and as be a collaborative partner on an architectural design team.
• Experience with both entertainment and government domains a big plus.
• Experience in Power systems and Power distribution.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of Electrical Safety codes (e.g. NFPA 70 & 72).
• Knowledge of Public Address systems and Mass Notification systems.
• Show Control and Programming experience.
• Security systems and Building systems knowledge

Submission or portfolio is required for consideration for this position.

Applied Minds is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation for all employees. We thoughtfully consider a wide range of factors when determining individual compensation. The expected base pay range for this role is between $50 and $70 per hour. Actual compensation for an individual will vary depending on skills, qualifications and experience.