AV Engineering Specialist

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center•Houston, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The AV Engineering Specialists supports the technical operations of Facilities Management by ensuring the reliable performance of the institutional cable and IPTV, Free to Guest and On Demand TV systems, audiovisual control systems. As part of a service-focused technical environment, the AV Engineering Specialists plays a key role in maintaining and designing the audio/video capabilities for classrooms, conference rooms, auditoriums and institutional events. The AV Engineering Specialists works closely with internal teams and clients to deliver dependable operational support. MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. In this setting, the AV Engineering Specialists contributes to a strong technical infrastructure that supports communication, education, and collaboration across the organization. The AV Engineering Specialists are essential to maintaining the technology that enables seamless information sharing and institutional learning. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience as an AV Technician / Field Engineer and the ability to manage projects and complex timelines. Ability to maintain and troubleshoot enterprise-level Audio Visual systems. AMX, Crestron or QSYS programming experience recommended, detail-oriented, skilled in audiovisual systems, and experienced in maintaining and troubleshooting videoconference, multimedia, or broadcast technologies. A background in installing or operating cable TV, control systems, or related equipment is valuable, as are any certifications in audiovisual technologies or electronics. Strong customer service skills and experience supporting live events. T his role requires strong engineering, design, and advanced troubleshooting capabilities. We are seeking a candidate with broad, field engineer level experience who can introduce new expertise, drive innovation, and provide deeper technical capability to the team. The salary range is $60,500 - $75,500 - $90,500 The typical work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm; some after-hours and occasional weekend work may occur. Work location: Facility Center and other locations based on project needs. Why Us? Joining MD Anderson means contributing to an institution committed to advancing cancer care through innovation, education, and patient support. In this role, you will support critical communication and learning technologies while gaining hands-on experience with enterprise-level audiovisual systems. MD Anderson offers long-term career development, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that values work-life balance.

Requirements

Extensive experience as an AV Technician / Field Engineer
Ability to manage projects and complex timelines
Ability to maintain and troubleshoot enterprise-level Audio Visual systems
Detail-oriented
Skilled in audiovisual systems
Experienced in maintaining and troubleshooting videoconference, multimedia, or broadcast technologies
Strong customer service skills
Experience supporting live events
Strong engineering, design, and advanced troubleshooting capabilities
Broad, field engineer level experience
High School Diploma or Equivalent
7 years Relevant experience.
5 years Relevant experience with Associate's degree.
3 years Relevant experience with Bachelor's degree.

Nice To Haves

AMX, Crestron or QSYS programming experience recommended
Background in installing or operating cable TV, control systems, or related equipment is valuable
Certifications in audiovisual technologies or electronics
Associate's Degree Electronics discipline
Bachelor's Degree Electronics discipline
Certified Broadcast Television Engineer (CBTE) Certification by the Society of Broadcast Engineers (SBE) as a Senior Broadcast Television Engineer
Certified Network Cable Installer (CNCI) Society of Cable Television Engineers (SCTE) as a Senior Cable Technician.
Avixa CTS, CTS-I, CTS-D and other related AV Certification
Crestron, AMX, Extron, Biamp and Q-Sys Lua programming

Responsibilities

Provides the necessary technical knowledge and skills required to support project management, operations and maintenance of Cable TV, RF&IPTV, FTG and On Demand TV equipment, Multimedia, Streaming Video, AV Control Systems, and related equipment to meet manufacturers, FCC, rules & regulations, and established Avixa Industry Standards for the above systems.
Audio Visual, Broadcast and Conferencing support
Project Management, Maintains and Design Audio Visual Solutions for Institutional and Event Operations clients.
Multimedia Audio/Video systems maintenance, commissioning and installation
Maintain, Configure, Troubleshoot and Install, Audio Visual systems for institutional and Event Operations clients.
Audio/Video systems operations
Operate in a knowledgeable and efficient manner, all Audio Visual equipment and systems used in daily TOC and Event Operations activities.
Television engineering support for television productions
Engineering support for UTTV, Creative Services and Event Operations productions
Other duties as required
Assist Management Team with assigned tasks and projects as required.

Benefits

Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week
Optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank
Paid holidays
Wellness
Childcare
Other leave options
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
Access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups
Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System
Voluntary retirement plans
Employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs
Medical
Dental
Paid time off
Retirement
Tuition benefits
Educational opportunities
Individual and team recognition