AV DESIGN ENGINEER

ComNet Communications LLC•Flower Mound, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The AV Design Engineer is responsible for creating custom Audio Visual solutions, through collaboration with clients and estimation team, performing the needs analysis to determine and develop required equipment, estimation of miscellaneous materials and labor, sourcing cost estimates from suppliers and subcontractors, compiling a comprehensive scope of work, expressing design details and strategy to leadership, and presenting to the client prior to the award. Upon awarded business, this role is also responsible for creation of a drawing package to communicate the awarded Audio Visual solution and relevant construction requirements, finalizing the bill of materials to achieve the scope of work, creation of equipment configuration and submittal documentation detailing the A/V design upon award, attendance in project meetings, site visits, supporting the implementation team as the owner of the design, performing system commissioning and training, participation in change order process, and assembling as-built information into a closeout package.

Requirements

Professional Certification - AVIXA CTS-D
BS in Electronic Technologies, Electrical Engineering or a related field; or equivalent experience and/or military training is a plus.
Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial AV industry, preferably with a systems integrator
Ability to read and understand construction drawings (architectural, mechanical, and electrical systems) and related documentation.
Strong interpersonal skills, excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to manage strict timelines with multiple design projects to meet deadlines
Ability to interact with clients, architects, engineers and contractors
Proficiency with Computer Aided Design (AutoCAD LT)
Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with: QSC Q-SYS, Shure, Sonance, Logitech, Yealink, Crestron, AMX, Extron, Cisco, Poly, and other industry leading products (certifications preferred)
Experience with web-based conferencing and collaboration platforms (Skype for Business, MS Teams, Zoom, WebEx, etc.)
Understanding of IT infrastructure and IP-based AV systems (Dante, AES67, Multicast, Unicast)
Computer savvy with advanced Excel and MS Office applications
Ability to travel
Ability to train and direct others
Ability to prioritize and plan work activities
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability to climb or reach
Ability to see things at close vision, in color and in focus
Ability for repetitive motions of wrist, hand, or fingers
Ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds

Nice To Haves

Specialized training, such as SynAudCon and AQAV are a plus.

Responsibilities

Drive discovery and needs analysis with clients
Prepare and track Request(s) for Information
Specify and design A/V solutions from concept through completion which meet client needs
Attend bid meetings, walkthroughs, and site surveys
Research equipment and emerging technologies
Determine and price equipment and material list
Develop the statement of work and responsibility matrix
Perform labor cost estimation for each role involved
Solicit pricing from subcontractors
Collaborate with team to address concerns
Analyze cost factors related to site location and conditions
Assemble proposal compiling all costs
Complete bidder forms and/or proposal templated
Express design details and strategy to leadership
Articulate the capabilities and requirements of the A/V solution to clients
Transfer knowledge upon award via kick-off meeting
Produce and maintain A/V drawing package via CAD software
Calculate power, networking, and cable path requirements, expressed in A/V drawings
Indicate A/V device and construction requirements in plan and elevation views, expressed in A/V drawings
Draft signal flow diagrams and relevant details, expressed in A/V drawings
Maintain ownership and accountability of A/V design
Provide construction administration support through submittal and shop drawing reviews, and site visits
Adhere to Company standards and industry best practices
Mentor, train, and coach others on the team to achieve the A/V design
Perform configuration and commissioning of A/V devices
Achieve relevant training to maintain industry certifications
Travel as required