Project Engineer

AVI-SPL•Fremont, CA

About The Position

As a Project Engineer, you will oversee the technical delivery of AV Integration projects. You will review new projects, finalizing documentation such as the bill of materials, drawings, infrastructure requirements, network coordination in preparation for installation and commissioning. During project implementation, you will provide guidance and resolve technical questions with all project team resources including project management, fabrication, and field teams. This position requires a proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and takes pride in delivering solutions that exceed customer expectations. As a Project Engineer, you will build your skills while ensuring our delivery aligns with the project goals, scope, and requirements. Balancing customer expectations with business needs will be a focus of development at this level.

Requirements

Strong problem-solving skills to address challenges and deliver practical solutions.
Flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities while managing multiple projects effectively.
Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Valid driver’s license and a motor vehicle record that meets company standards.
Advanced computer skills for designing, configuring, and operating AV equipment.
Proficiency with test and calibration methodologies for AV systems.
Experience with DSP system programming and control system troubleshooting (e.g., AMX/Crestron/Q-SYS).
Basic familiarity with AV control programming concepts with the ability to create and use a test plan reporting the nature of any issues.

Nice To Haves

Formal education in Electronics, Engineering, or a related field.
AVIXA General CTS (Certified Technical Specialist).
Two (2) or more total years of experience in AV system design, integration, or field support.
Familiarity with AV/IT standards and emerging technologies such as AVoIP or unified communications platforms (e.g., Microsoft Team, Zoom, Webex).
Strong understanding of IP networking – Any specific certifications or training is a plus.
AVIXA ANP (AV Network Professional) Certification preferred.
Two (2) or more relevant audio/DSP certifications (Biamp, Q-SYS, BSS, Extron, Shure, etc.).

Responsibilities

Design Finalization
Review the preliminary design documents including Scope of Work (SOW) and contract to validate quality, completeness, feasibility, and identify technical or logistical challenges.
Address concerns with team during kickoff meetings and correct initial-design gaps.
Create required engineering documents working with CAD Team (e.g. infrastructure drawings/floor plans, ceiling plans, equipment placement, riser diagrams, elevations).
Generate cable pull sheets and network coordination.
Perform calculations including heat and power calculations, and structural needs.
Finalize the Bill of Materials by auditing and approving line items once the design is complete.
Project Support
Provide Project Manager with engineering documents required for submittal packages.
Work with Operations to monitor project budgets and identify personnel needs for installation.
Provide technical updates to the Project Manager regarding project progress and challenges.
Assemble technical closeout documentation including "as-built" drawings and programming files.
Field and Vendor Collaboration
Assist with project handoffs to the installation team through carefully crafted documentation.
Collaborate with the commissioning and programming team creating checklists, commissioning guides, and field documentation.
Aid in troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues during the installation and commissioning phases.
Collect final drawings with red-line revisions and request “as-built” development .
Travel to job sites to support installation teams.
Perform additional tasks, responsibilities, and projects as needed to support the team and organization, ensuring flexibility in adapting to evolving priorities and objectives.