Associate AV Design Engineer
About The Position
The Associate AV Design Engineer provides technical expertise for the architecture, installation, and planning of audio, video, and control solutions. The role produces high-quality documentation in accordance with Technical Services Standards, including CAD drawings, system descriptions, equipment research and selection, custom product design, and system integration. It researches and analyzes hardware and software capabilities and designs integrated audiovisual systems tailored to customer needs. The engineer also supports projects and the team throughout implementation. FORTÉ is a 100% employee-owned company with more than 50 years of experience designing and delivering workplace systems. The company describes its environment as supportive of employee growth and emphasizes shared ownership and impact.
Requirements
- Prior experience in the service and installation of audio, video, and presentation systems.
- Knowledge of control systems such as Crestron, QSC, Extron, and AMX, and DSP platforms such as Biamp, QSC, ClearOne, and BSS.
- Ability to prepare, understand, and interpret advanced single-line diagrams and architectural, construction, and electrical drawings.
- Knowledge of project financial reports and ability to control costs in the design and management of projects.
- Ability to read engineering schematics and communicate design intent.
Nice To Haves
- Three or more years of Design Engineering experience is preferred.
- CTS and CTS-D certifications are a plus, but are not required with the right experience.
- Other industry-related certifications or training, such as Crestron, Extron, Biamp, QSC, or Shure, are a plus.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical expertise for the architecture, installation, and planning of audio, video, and control solutions.
- Create high-quality documentation in accordance with Technical Services Standards, including CAD flows, plans, elevations, and details; system descriptions; equipment research and selection; custom product design; and system integration.
- Research and analyze the capabilities of available hardware and software options.
- Design integrated audiovisual systems using hardware and software components to meet customers’ specific needs.
- Support projects and the team throughout the implementation process.
Benefits
- Healthcare coverage
- Vision coverage
- Dental coverage
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Employer-paid disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ongoing learning opportunities
- Employer-paid employee assistance program
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
