Senior Design Engineer - Audiovisual (AV)
About The Position
The Senior Design Engineer - Audiovisual (AV) is a senior technical role responsible for designing and delivering advanced audiovisual and production system solutions, including live event environments and hybrid IP/SDI infrastructures. This position works closely with clients, sales teams, and project stakeholders to transform complex technical and operational needs into scalable, high-performance system designs. As a technical leader, the Senior AV Design Engineer drives system architecture, develops engineering documentation, and provides expert guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from concept through commissioning. The role also supports engineering best practices, mentors team members, and helps ensure solutions meet performance, quality, and client expectations. This is an opportunity for an experienced engineer to influence technical strategy, work on complex production environments, and contribute to innovative audiovisual (AV) solutions in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- Associate degree in technology or equivalent professional experience required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred
- 8+ years of professional experience in AV, IT, or media systems engineering
- AVIXA CTS-D certification required
- CompTIA Network+ certification required within one year of hire
- Advanced experience developing engineering drawings for architectural or construction environments
- Working knowledge of International Building Code (IBC) and National Electric Code (NEC) standards
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and exercise sound technical judgment
Nice To Haves
- BICSI RCDD certification
- Experience with production control rooms, flypacks, and temporary production environments
- Experience with broadcast test and measurement tools and signal analysis platforms
Responsibilities
- Design advanced AV and production system solutions based on client and project requirements
- Develop system architectures, signal flows, and engineering documentation for implementation
- Provide technical guidance to clients, sales teams, and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
- Review project plans and specifications to support technical estimating, planning, and risk identification
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions align with performance goals, budgets, and timelines
- Support system testing, commissioning, and validation to ensure designs meet specifications
- Present technical concepts and solutions to internal teams and clients when needed
- Review engineering work for quality and consistency and mentor junior engineers
- Contribute to engineering standards, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain required certifications and participate in ongoing professional development
Benefits
- Competitive compensation plan
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- 120 hours of PTO (accrued biweekly)
- 10 Paid Holidays
- 8 hours to volunteer on your favorite cause
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Collaborative and innovative work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
