AV Systems Design Engineer
Overview
A leading educational and technology-driven organization is seeking an AV Systems Design Engineer to support the design, engineering, deployment, and modernization of audiovisual environments across a diverse portfolio of instructional, collaboration, production, and event spaces. This position will play a critical role in developing enterprise AV standards, reviewing technical designs, supporting construction projects, and driving systems through commissioning and acceptance. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for an experienced engineer capable of owning technical decisions and delivering high-quality AV solutions. Responsibilities - Design AV systems for classrooms, conference rooms, auditoriums, production spaces, and event environments - Develop signal-flow diagrams, rack elevations, technical drawings, and bills of materials - Create system documentation, specifications, and cost estimates - Support DSP programming and control system integration - Participate in construction reviews, submittals, and technical planning - Coordinate with consultants, integrators, contractors, and internal stakeholders - Lead commissioning, testing, and acceptance activities - Troubleshoot complex AV and networked media systems - Support enterprise AV standards and architecture initiatives - Produce operational and technical documentation Required Qualifications - 4+ years of AV systems design and engineering experience - Experience engineering complex AV environments - Experience with Q-SYS, BSS, Dante, AV-over-IP, and modern collaboration systems - Strong knowledge of AV infrastructure, signal flow, and system architecture - Experience reviewing construction and technical documentation - Strong troubleshooting and communication skills - Ability to travel between project locations and lift up to 50 pounds Preferred Qualifications - CTS or CTS-D Certification - Q-SYS Certification - Crestron Programming Certification - Network Certifications - AutoCAD Experience - Higher Education Experience - Broadcast or Production Media Experience - Evertz, Shure, Panasonic PTZ, or related technologies Compensation Hourly Rate: $60-70 per hour, with flexibility for exceptional candidates based on experience and market availability. Benefits Our consultants are eligible to enroll in medical, dental and vision benefits. Work Environment - Fully onsite - Monday through Friday - Business casual environment - Contract-to-hire - Hands-on engineering environment - Construction and deployment focused - Occasional early morning, evening, or commissioning support activities as required If this AV Systems Design Engineer opportunity aligns with your background, we encourage you to apply today. Paul Wallenberg Vice President