AV System Design Engineer

Position Summary

The Audio-Visual (AV) System Design Engineer will design, integrate, and implement advanced AV solutions that deliver exceptional performance and user experience. This role combines technical expertise, creative design, and client-facing collaboration to produce high-quality systems for corporate, educational, entertainment, and event environments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to assess AV needs, conduct site surveys, and perform needs analysis.
  

• Design and develop AV systems, specifying equipment such as projectors, displays, microphones, speakers, video conferencing devices, and control system interfaces.
  

• Create detailed CAD drawings, schematics, bills of materials (BOMs), and technical documentation.
  

• Collaborate with sales teams during quoting and bidding processes, advising on design and cost estimates.
  

• Partner with installation teams to ensure systems are implemented per specifications.
  

• Provide post-installation support, including troubleshooting, calibration, maintenance, and end-user training.
  

• Stay current with emerging AV technologies, industry standards, and trends to enhance system designs.
  

• Work with architects, acousticians, and engineers to integrate AV solutions into broader building systems.
  

Working Conditions

• Office and on-site environments, with occasional travel.
  

• May require lifting and installation of AV equipment up to 50 pounds.
  

• Standard working hours with occasional evenings/weekends for installations or events.
  

Requirements

Education & Experience

• CTS-D and Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Audio Engineering, or related field preferred.
  

• 3+ years of experience in AV system design, engineering, or integration (corporate, education, live events, or similar).
  

• Experience with CAD tools for AV system layout and documentation.
  

• Proficiency with control systems (e.g. Q-Sys, Crestron, Extron, AMX) and AV-over-IP networking protocols.
  

Skills & Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and technical support abilities.
  

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.
  

• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and work under pressure.
  

• Willingness to travel to client sites as required.
  

Preferred Certifications

• CTS-D, Dante Level 3, Q-Sys, Crestron, NetGear and/or Cisco
  

Benefits

• Professional development
  
• Employee health insurance premiums paid 100%
  
• Dental, and vision benefits available
  
• Healthcare Savings Account with company match
  
• 401K with company match
  
• Team KPI-based Bonus Plan
  
• Work on amazing projects with other smart folks!