AV Systems Design Engineer

Alpha is a company specializing in audio and video solutions, and they are seeking an AV Systems Design Engineer to design and implement solutions for various clients. The role involves collaborating with sales staff to recommend equipment and technologies, as well as coordinating system drawings and knowledge transfer for successful deployments.

Responsibilities:

• Consult with the Sales team to establish customer needs and present potential solutions
• Determine client expectations for system functionality through effective pre-bid process execution
• With the sales department, recommend general and specific solutions to clients
• Design complete systems for quoting including equipment, parts, consumables, and labor
• Write scopes of work to convey system expectations
• Respond to bid requests
• Work with CAD department to assist in modeling / diagraming of systems for deployment documentation
• Collaborate with project management to coordinate project deliverables, release of equipment, deployment of systems, and project close-out
• Research new products to remain current on technology solutions
• All other duties as assigned and deemed appropriate

Requirements:

• Up to 30% travel, at times on short notice
• Occasional evening and weekend work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of system configurations, with an emphasis placed on client workflow
• Comprehensive knowledge of industry best practices
• Knowledge of system configurations
• Audio design and theory
• Video design and theory
• Experience with design of digital signage and IPTV systems
• Network design and configuration knowledge
• Self-motivated
• Resourceful
• Ability to solve unusual or unexpected technical and installation problems
• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Valid driver's license
• CTS Required or achieved within 6 months of employment
• Crestron, Extron, Biamp, BSS, QSC, or similar product/design experience
• Vitec, Savi, Luci, Tripleplay, or similar product / design experience
• Familiarity with the OSI model and IT best practices
• Knowledge of display products and systems
• AV over IP design experience
• CAD, REVIT, or BIM experience preferred
• Q360 or similar platform experience preferred
• CTS-I or CTS-D preferred