A/V Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

At CGI, we design, engineer, install, and maintain large-scale Audio/Video systems. We put our customer first, and demand only the best. We are looking for those that share our passion. We currently have an immediate opening for an A/V Design Engineer.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Design, engineer, and manage the production of project documents for a variety of projects that include audio, video, VTC conferencing, broadcast cable, video production, networking, lighting, and control systems for small to medium sized projects
• Prepare A/V system drawings to include floor plans, RCP's, room details, construction details, riser diagrams, functional diagrams, and others as needed
• Provide structural, BIM, MEP, and Life Safety coordination
• Continue to maintain technical capabilities and certifications in the following technical areas: networks, audio/video, and broadcast industries and technologies that support these diverse systems

PROJECT RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Follow and manage project scope of work documents as part of a project contract
• Create equipment specifications and bill of materials budgets for cost estimating and purchasing
• Write testing, verification, and commissioning plans and other documents per contract requirements
• Perform site visits to review installation standards, assist in system testing, verification, commissioning, system programming, system turn on and client training

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• BS in Mechanical, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, Computer Science or another related field - preferred
• 3-8 years' experience in AV Design or Integration
• AVIXA CTS or CTS-D certification preferred
• Knowledge of AutoCAD required, and REVIT preferred
• OSHA 10 or 30 hour preferred

COMPENTENCIES:

• Understanding in design, principle, and operation of Audio and Video systems
• Ability to create system drawings, material lists, and documents that support the proposal, design, integration, and commissioning phases of a project
• Understanding of basic network topology and protocols, including V-LAN's, QOS, Multicast, Unicast, and network terminology
• Experience in Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and over the phone internally and externally
• Ability to work on and navigate a construction site
• Ability to apply critical thinking and have a flexible schedule as needed to serve the client's needs

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• May require 20-30% travel.