AV Field Engineer

My client seeks a Field Audio Video Engineer to continue developing our growth and prestige.

This position reports directly to the Engineering Manager and is expected to be a contributing member of the Engineering Team.

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate the operation, maintenance, repair, and testing of equipment and systems in the field installations
• Analyze contractual commitments, customer specifications, design changes, and other data to plan and develop program activities throughout the project life cycle
• Coordinate and perform the design, testing, and installation of equipment and systems in field installations
• Work with control system programmers for finalizing GUI and control system programming.
• Write Digital Signal Processing (DSP) files for audio visual systems.
• Load firmware, device software, control code, and setup & commission systems.
• Oversee and conduct tests to evaluate hazards
• Coordinate the preparation of detailed AV engineering packages, including specifications, drawings, and technical documents for the client
• Provide planning and coordination of work activity and training of technical staff
• Utilize computer-assisted engineering and design (AutoCAD) and Bluebeam software and equipment to perform engineering tasks
• Provide advice and guidance towards resolving problems and meeting performance and financial objectives
• May lead or coordinate complex task/project teams of in-house or onsite technical personnel
• Implement quality AV technology solutions to ensure effective and economical support for products, systems or equipment
• Participate in studies to identify alternative design approaches and implications thereof to develop innovative solutions to complex problems
• Devise and conduct appropriate tests to evaluate, debug and verify system performance/ functionality for customer signoff/project acceptance
• Document the results of complex analysis and design tasks
• Capture redlines to system drawings for generating As-Build documentation
• Participate in the preparation of information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs and project time
• Report to office and/or customer sites for commissioning of systems as required

• 4-year degree in engineering or computer science or equivalent specialized AV technical training and experience
• 5 years of hands-on experience in designing, installing, setting up, and testing complex AV systems
• Demonstrated skills and understanding of engineering AV technologies and environments including projection displays, video teleconferencing, complex audio systems, control systems, and switching systems
• AVIXA (formerly InfoComm International) Certified Technology Specialist – Design (CTS-D)
• Most projects are within the Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia (DMV) area. Out of town travel may be required for up to 50%.

• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) including Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k Plan
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Service and Recognition Rewards
• Referral Program
• Family-friendly Company Events
• Work-life balance advocation