Build Engineer II

About Us:

Level 3 Audiovisual exists to empower individuals and organizations to reach their greatest potential. We do so through the pursuit and creation of exceptional experiences. We offer award-winning audiovisual services and systems to organizations around the globe. Everything we do is supported by our Core Values:

• Improve every day
• Do whatever it takes
• Take ownership
• Slow down to speed up
• Learn, share, repeat
• Elevate others
• Above all, build trust

Job Summary:

The Build Engineer II (BE II) is part of the engineering team, working directly under the Engineering Manager. This role involves close collaboration with both the sales and operations departments to ensure optimal communication across all project phases.

Key responsibilities for the BE II role include assuming engineering responsibility once a project has been awarded and developing comprehensive construction and project documentation for use by the operations team during system staging, installation, commissioning, and programming. Participation in internal peer reviews and adherence to AV9000 (AQAV) checklists, as elements of our quality management system (QMS), are essential aspects of this position.

An ideal BE II candidate has advanced skills using AutoCAD, Excel, and Bluebeam Revu for preparing detailed construction and system documentation. Meticulous attention to detail is required to produce thorough system drawings, thus streamlining operational processes and minimizing troubleshooting efforts during staging and field implementation.

Candidates for the BE II position must already possess and maintain recognized industry design certifications, including CTS-D and CQD.

BE II differentiators:

The activities listed below highlight key distinctions that separate the BE II role from the BE I and BE III roles.

• Able to effectively oversee technical design and user experience planning for most projects, while continuing to build the expertise needed for managing highly complex and large-scale initiatives.
• Exhibit a proven capability as the project engineer of record, overseeing and guiding a team of engineers responsible for preparing all necessary documentation for successful project delivery. This structure enables the BE II to manage multiple projects efficiently while facilitating strong company representation and knowledge transfer to less experienced engineers.
• Provide backup engineering support as needed for enterprise accounts overseen by BE III.
• Consistently make high-quality decisions and operate with a significant degree of autonomy.
• Assess and mitigate risks related to system design, technology choices, vendors, and project scopes, proactively identifying potential challenges and escalating concerns to management as needed.
• Mentor junior team members to support their development within the department.
• Be an absolute champion of company processes, procedures, and systems.
• Recognized as a subject matter expert across various technologies and best practices within the organization.
• Generally, the BE II can manage most projects and enterprise accounts, while the most complex ones are usually handled by the BE III.

Summary of Essential Job Functions (BE II):

• The BE II must be capable of independently supporting the majority of the company’s clients and will primarily be tasked with handling small to medium-sized projects while they grow their skill set to handle larger and more complex projects.
• The BE II is responsible for handling all BE tasks associated with one or more Level 3 strategic accounts, ensuring consistency across projects within those accounts.
• When assigned as lead engineer, initiate internal kick-off meetings with Solutions Architects (SA) and sales staff to gather information and identify any unknowns.
• Work closely with SA’s to create accurate project documentation, especially when design changes are needed that impact the original Scope of Work.
• Take responsibility for system design as well as document management, ensuring successful outcomes.
• Develop a comprehensive documentation package tailored to the project manager's requirements and the designated project hours. This package typically comprises cover sheets, key plans, equipment floor plans and RCPs, elevations and sections, electrical and conduit layouts, speaker dispersion diagrams, viewing distance (DISCAS) calculations, projector throw distances, camera fields of view, conduit riser diagrams, plate details, signal flow diagrams, rack elevations, power load calculations, EDID plans, and other pertinent documentation.
• All deliverables must comply with AV9000 standards and align with Level 3 drafting protocols.
• Ensure completion of documentation within the deadlines established by the project team.
• Create cable pull schedules, label extract lists, equipment power tables, network summaries, network schedules, and functional checklists.
• Design private AV IT networks, from isolated control setups to Layer 3 managed networks utilizing VLANs, multicasting, and customer uplinks.
• Demonstrate proficiency in interpreting architectural drawing packages to ensure seamless integration of AV systems into various environments.
• Conduct occasional AV9000 engineering reviews.
• Maintain a broad understanding of industry solutions, including audio reinforcement, microphones, AV conferencing, video routing and distribution, IT/networking, control systems, and equipment storage.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in these AV design areas:
• HDBaseT video switching/distribution
• IP-video switching/distribution (Crestron NVX, Extron NAV, SDVoE, EvertzAV, etc.)
• Control system architecture
• USB 2.0/3.0 switching and distribution
• Soft codec system design and user experience planning
• Microphone selection and planning for varying environments
• Audio DSP design
• Directview LED (dvLED)
• Tiled video wall arrays
• Video wall processing
• Attend departmental group meetings.
• Participate in vendor demos and educational sessions whenever possible.
• Provide feedback to executive leadership and department managers on potential improvements that could enhance quality, reduce workflow bottlenecks, and increase operational efficiency
• Some travel may be required to both local and remote locations within the US.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to meet critical deadlines. Timely delivery of documentation packages is essential for the operations team to procure equipment and maintain project schedules.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration across department teams and with clients. This position requires coordination among multiple stakeholders to facilitate optimal system staging and deployment by the operations team.
• Outstanding attention to detail, along with the ability to create and document fully integrated systems.
• Adherence to established processes, including consistent application of AV9000 quality management checklists for every system.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, with the ability to create construction-quality drawing packages. A strong understanding of working with Sheet Sets, annotative tools, block libraries and dynamic blocks, tool palettes, XREFs, and other advanced concepts is an absolute requirement for this position.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting AV construction drawings; able to review for accuracy, provide redline feedback, and assist in ensuring all drawings are complete and correct.
• Competence in Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
• Evident enthusiasm and commitment to acquiring new techniques and procedures.
• Proficient reading, speaking, and writing skills at the college level or higher.
• Ability to comprehend technical documentation, such as equipment manuals, installation guides, written procedures, and policies.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License with a strong safety record.

Experience Requirements:

• 7 years experience as an AV design engineer.
• Minimum 5 years experience performing high level AutoCAD drafting in a professional AV environment.

Training \ Certification \ Education Requirements:

• 2-4-year college degree preferred
• Avixa CTS-D Certification required, CTS-I preferred
• AQAV CQD certification required, CQT preferred
• Thorough understanding of AV systems integration
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office products

Abilities Required:

• The physical requirements of this position are those essential to fulfill the responsibilities and core functions associated with the role.
• Reasonable accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to support performance of these essential duties.
• This job description does not constitute an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Employees are expected to comply with additional instructions and undertake other assignments as directed by their supervisor.
• When present on customer premises, employees must maintain the highest standards of professionalism and demonstrate sensitivity to the unique environment.
• Positive and effective communication with both internal and external customers is required.
• This role does not encompass “installation tasks” such as mounting displays, speakers, or projectors.
• Operation of ladders or lifts during the commissioning process may be necessary.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work

being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed

as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so

classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal

responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Level 3 Audiovisual an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.