The AV Engineer will be involved in pre and post sales processes to design systems and complete deliverables to ensure installation success. They will work closely with the sales team to develop quotes for clients. They will also work with the operations team to develop system drawings, and other supporting documentation to ensure proper system functionality and client satisfaction.

Essential Job Duties:

· Understand clients’ requests, manage their expectations, and convert client criteria into functional audio/video system designs.

· Maintain a current knowledgebase of existing and emerging technologies in AV as well as IT and other technological verticals.

· Commit to continuing education for the purpose of further understanding products being used in designs as well as learning about new products in the marketplace.

· Develop conceptual block diagrams for use in sales proposals.

· Develop bill of materials, labor estimates, and write scopes of work for pre-sales opportunities.

· Generate complete system drawings and supporting documentation using company provided tools.

· System drawings include

· Floor plans and reflected ceiling plans to show equipment locations

· Single line diagrams to show system connections, riser diagrams to show interconnects

· Equipment rack elevations

· Infrastructure drawings (in the form of elevations and other types of drawings) to coordinate with other trades

· Electrical circuit schedules

· Conduit size and location schedules

· BTU calculations for rack room cooling

· Etc.

· Other drawing types may be required based on the project and required deliverables

· As-built drawings – completed post-installation

· Complete peer review of deliverables as needed.

· Work within traditional construction bid processes. This will include reviewing bid specification manuals and drawings to develop a proper bill of materials and labor estimate to complete a project. It will also include meeting bid deadlines for deliverables such as; system drawings, RFIs, etc.

· Interface with operations team to supply clarity regarding what is to be delivered to customers post sale.

· Support Project Manager in the successful delivery of all projects.

· Coordinate with all team members to have the final system design.

· Coordinating with other trades within projects to study and solve project conflicts and issues.

· Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure technical knowledge is gained to successfully deliver projects.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· At least 2 years experience designing commercial audio, video lighting systems is required; CTS-D is a plus.

· Accuracy and attention to detail, administrative accuracy and good follow-up skills.

· Work independently - Effective interaction with employees, customers and colleagues.

· Availability to work outside of normal scheduled work hours and travel as needed.

· Excellent organizational skills and ability to successfully handle multiple tasks / projects with minimum directions.

· Research new products to remain current on technology solutions.

· Decision making skills.

· Have the ability to finish tasks before deadlines.

· Excellent verbal and customer service skills.

· Problem solving and trouble shooting skills.

· Obey Management rules and instructions.

· Lateral thinking to problems.

· Self-Initiative.

· Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including the ability to describe project and product deliverables in a manner that is understandable to both developers and customers.

· Excellent presentation skills and experience presenting alongside Sales professionals.

· Strong liaison and negotiation skills with client, AV vendors and contractors.

· Able to prioritize.

· Able to work under pressure and fast-paced environment.

· An up to date understanding of the AV marketplace including products and trends.

· Ability to understand project schedule and plans.

· Good understanding of IT and networks.

· Good understanding of Microsoft Office including Excel and Word, CAD / Visio experience for the production of detailed schematic to company standards.

· Ability to drive/operate a vehicle.

Physical demands and work environment:

· Sitting for extended periods of time.

· Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, power tools and to handle other office equipment.

· Ability to lift and transport moderately heavy equipment (up to 50 pounds).

· Ability to climb ladder, scaffolding or transported by lifts.

· Clean driving record, background check, and drug testing is required.

Although most work is performed inside, occasional outside activities daily/weekly/monthly may occur for short periods of time in a seasonal temperature-fluctuating environment.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or management to perform other instructions and duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

Management has the right to revise this description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason as outlined in the employee manual or other written agreement. Requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.