AV Systems Design Engineer (Post-Sales)

TEKsystems•Andover, MA

1d•$100,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As an AV Systems Design Engineer, you'll serve as the technical bridge between sales and delivery, translating client commitments into engineered solutions. This is a post-sales role focused on detailed system design, technical documentation, and client collaboration after contracts are signed. You'll take sold opportunities and transform them into fully specified, buildable AV systems that meet client expectations and project requirements. You'll be based in our Andover, MA office with regular travel (2 days/week) to customer sites for design quality control, coordination meetings, and technical reviews.

Requirements

Proven experience in AV system design or post-sales engineering roles
Strong understanding of AV signal flow, system integration, and control systems
Experience with unified communications platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams) in enterprise environments
Ability to read and interpret architectural blueprints, electrical drawings, and technical schematics
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally 2 days/week

Nice To Haves

CTS-D and/or CTS-I certification
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design tools
Experience with D-Tools, Xten-AV, or similar AV design software
Background in construction coordination or MEP integration

Responsibilities

Own the technical design phase following contract award, translating sales commitments into detailed engineering deliverables
Design comprehensive AV systems integrating unified communications platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams), audio systems, LED video walls, camera switching, and collaboration tools
Ensure designs meet performance, scalability, and usability standards while staying within approved budgets and timelines
Conduct post-award site surveys and technical discovery sessions to validate assumptions and refine designs
Travel to customer sites (2x/week) to perform design QC, verify field conditions, and coordinate with installation teams
Develop complete system documentation packages including equipment lists, signal flow diagrams, rack elevations, and infrastructure requirements
Create detailed cabling plans, conduit schedules, and coordination drawings
Produce executive summaries and technical narratives for client review and approval
Generate accurate bills of materials (BOM) and coordinate with procurement
Prepare submittal packages and respond to RFIs during the design phase
Lead design review meetings with clients, architects, consultants, and internal project teams
Manage client expectations through the design phase, addressing technical questions and change requests
Coordinate with general contractors, electrical contractors, and other trades to ensure design integration
Support value engineering discussions when scope or budget adjustments are needed
Provide occasional pre-sales technical support during complex pursuits or when specialized expertise is required
Participate in select site surveys and needs assessments to support sales estimates
Assist in technical presentations when deep system knowledge is needed to close opportunities