Senior Design Engineer

Description

WHO WE ARE

AVI-SPL is a digital enablement solutions provider who transforms how people and technology connect to elevate experiences, create new value, and enable organizations to thrive and grow. We are the largest provider of collaboration technology solutions, which include our award-winning managed services.

Our highly certified industry experts and innovation leaders share a vision to help people work smarter and live better. We believe that success starts with a sound team and that an inclusive and diverse workplace moves us all forward.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

A Senior Design Engineer's main function is to provide presales support by acting as a technical leader on a team working on the most complex and challenging projects and accounts. Strategic skills and industry knowledge are required to help win competitive projects. You will mentor and team up with junior/associate level engineers and utilize your areas of SME specialization. You will also serve as a technical consultant to the sales force, generating functional system descriptions, block flow diagrams, and equipment lists to enable the generation of customer proposals. A Senior Design Engineer is also leveraged by the post-sales team for project engineering and ongoing project consultation.

Day-To-Day Responsibilities:

• Ability to translate customer requirements into functional system designs.
• Review pre-construction design and documentation.
• Provide assistance with technical design and level of effort needed by estimating hours and highlighting logistical challenges for the sales team to consider while pricing the opportunity.
• Generate functional system descriptions and block diagrams.
• Identify all cabling and miscellaneous material needs.
• Assist the Account Manager with labor and material estimates for projects.
• Assume ownership of project installation when required.
• Develop engineering and architectural (RCP/Floor Plan) drawings, calculations, acoustical modeling, or other data as required.
• Provide ongoing engineering support and assist with project sign-off.
• Meet with vendors/prospective vendors to help evaluate products as requested.
• Must be willing to travel to job sites as necessary.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Must Haves:

• Business acumen and understanding of the AV Industry including trends, standards, and customer expectations. Capable of partnering with sales to strategically design to win large projects and build trust with large accounts. Leadership capability including mentoring. Excellent stakeholder communication skills.
• Communicate and interact with internal employees, clients, and colleagues in a professional and timely manner.
• 5+ Years in a Similar Role.
• Proven business writing skills.
• Proficient with test and calibration equipment.
• Support user acceptance testing.
• Understand basic IP networking.
• Ability to diagnose complex system problems.
• Advanced computer skills as required for the design, configuration, and operation of AV equipment.
• Ability to work and think independently and ensure to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interaction with employees, clients, and colleagues.
• Valid Driver’s License and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets AVI-SPL driving standards.
• CTS-D or CTS-I certification.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma.
• Avixa ANP. CCNA acceptable in place of ANP.
• Four (4) or more certifications from Biamp, Q-Sys, BSS, or Shure including an advanced Level 2+ certification.

Nice-To-Haves:

• Track record of contributing to process or standards improvements. Experience in technical leadership on enterprise-scale AV projects.
• Formal education in Electronics or related field preferred.
• At least five years of AV experience is preferred.
• Seven (7) years’ experience in AV Engineering, Commissioning, or Service.
• Experience with Enterprise VC solutions (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Bluejeans, Cisco Telepresence, etc.) – both hardware and software.
• AVIXA General CTS (Certified Technical Specialist) is preferred.

WHY YOU’LL LIKE WORKING HERE

• Medical benefits, including vision and dental.
• Paid holidays, sick days, and personal days.
• Enjoyable and dynamic company culture.
• Training and professional development opportunities.

MORE ABOUT US

AVI-SPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. AVI-SPL is an AA/Disabled/Veteran Protected Employer VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

AVI-SPL reserves the right to alter work hours and work location as necessary. Work hours may vary based on client requirements and may include travel to various locations in support of the account.

Pay Type

Min Base

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Salary

$125k

$150k