Wrightson, Johnson, Haddon & Williams, Inc. (WJHW), a nationally recognized design and consulting firm, has an opening for an Audio Visual Systems Designer.

Responsibilities Include:

• Designing AV, Multi-media, presentation display systems, IPTV, direct view LED, small presentation sound systems and control systems, including product research and product selection, cabling selection.
• Design and documentation:
  • rough-in; conduit, technical room layouts and system devices in Revit
  • plate and rack elevations, display schedules
  • drawing functional diagrams in Revit
  • writing and editing specifications in Word
  • writing and editing programmatic statements
  • developing probable systems costs using Excel
  • use of BlueBeam; markups; toolsets, etc.
  • interpreting architectural, electrical and structural drawings for complex buildings
  • selection of common copper and fiber cabling for AV systems
• For external design team coordination:
  • development of power requirements
  • conduit configuration
  • heat loads
  • data drop requirements
  • room, enclosure and finishes coordination

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as an Audio Visual Systems Designer in a contracting design/build or consultant environment, with responsibility/experience preparing shop drawings and specifications.
• CTS certifications highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of digital video and sound protocols; SDI, SMTPE, Dante, Ethernet, Blulink.
• Experience with IPTV/RF distribution and/or other low voltage systems a benefit.
• Knowledge of computers, computer systems and software, including MS Word and Excel.
• Modest AutoCad/Acad LT and Ease skills, an asset but not required.
• Experience/knowledge of Revit MEP is desirable, but not required
• Excellent communication skills interfacing with clients, engineers and other design team members.
• Highly self-directed & organized, requiring little supervision.
• Good listener and note taker.
• Systematic and resourceful problem solver.
• Ability to multi-task, switch between multiple projects.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment.
• Ability to adapt work schedule with short notice.
• Availability to travel regionally and nationally on a regular basis.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work with a group of consultants and technical system designers on a variety of projects, including sports venues, education, corporate office and civic buildings. WJHW provides advancement opportunities for individuals that are self-motivated, show strong communication skills and demonstrate proficiency in design and consulting.

WJHW offers a competitive salary, as well as, a generous benefit package which includes employer-paid health insurance premiums for employees, 401k and profit-sharing plans, etc.

WJHW will contact selected applicants to complete an application and schedule a formal interview. All applicants must be United States citizens or otherwise be legally allowed to work in the United States without our sponsorship (legal green card status, etc.).

WJHW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WJHW does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, disability, sex, age, ancestry, medical condition, marital status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

WJHW is a drug-free workplace. The manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, sale, purchase, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana on company or clients’ property is prohibited, including the use, possession or selling of drug paraphernalia. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination.