Audio Visual Engineer - Pre-Sales

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview

Since 2002, Mason Technologies has been a leader in technology integration, proudly certified as a Woman-owned Business Enterprise (WBE) both in NYC and nationally. With headquarters and a fully equipped warehouse in Deer Park, NY, an additional office in downtown NYC, and resources across the nation, we design, implement, and service innovative solutions in low-voltage structured cabling, audio visual systems, data centers, and unified security.

We serve a variety of industries including healthcare, government, higher education, finance, and business (both big and small). We're always aiming to build lasting relationships based on trust, respect, and a shared vision for a better future. Our founder, Jennifer Mason, has cultivated a family-like environment that emphasizes deep care and commitment to our people and the clients and communities we serve, forming the foundation of everything we do.

At Mason Technologies, diversity and inclusion drive our hiring, ensuring we bring together the most talented individuals regardless of race, age, religion, gender identification, or sexual orientation. If you want to have a career of unparalleled growth, a team with a family-strong bond, and an unmatched atmosphere of motivated and caring professionals, apply to Mason today!

Let’s craft a future together that's built upon integrity, equality, professional pride, the authentic spirit of our family, and a commitment to making the world a better place.

Our Comprehensive Employee Benefit and Perk Package:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: We provide comprehensive healthcare benefits to keep you and your family healthy and secure.
• 401k with Matching: Plan for your future with our 401k program, featuring competitive company matching.
• Paid Time Off (Holiday/Vacation/Sick/Personal): Generous PTO to ensure a healthy work-life balance and time for relaxation and personal needs.
• Unlimited Growth Opportunities: We believe in fostering talent and providing opportunities for continuous professional growth.
• Family-Friendly Company Events & Outings: We host regular events and outings to foster a family-friendly atmosphere and build team camaraderie, like our Warehouse Jam Sessions and Holiday Parties!
• Bagel Thursdays: Enjoy weekly treats with Bagel Thursdays at our offices!
• Caring Ownership: We believe in mutual dedication. If you're committed to Mason Technologies, we are equally committed to you. We prioritize the well-being of our employees and their families, ensuring a supportive and caring work environment.

Position Overview:

The Audio Visual Engineer is responsible for the design, engineering, and estimation of commercial audio-visual systems for Mason Technologies' New York and Southeast regions. This role supports the pre-sales process by developing technical solutions, preparing accurate estimates and proposals, and providing AV expertise to the sales team throughout the opportunity and bidding process.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical understanding of commercial AV systems, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to translate client requirements into practical, cost-effective system designs. The Audio Visual Engineer will work closely with sales, clients, architects, consultants, and general contractors to develop solutions that meet project requirements, budgets, and technical specifications.

Responsibilities:

• Design and engineer commercial AV systems for corporate, education, healthcare, hospitality, and other commercial environments.
• Develop AV solutions including conferencing systems, distributed audio, digital signage, video walls, control systems, presentation systems, and networked AV.
• Review project drawings, specifications, bid documents, and client requirements to develop appropriate AV solutions.
• Perform accurate equipment takeoffs and develop bills of materials, labor estimates, and project quotations.
• Prepare detailed AV proposals, scopes of work, system narratives, and other pre-sales documentation.
• Create system drawings, signal flow diagrams, rack elevations, device layouts, and other engineering documentation.
• Collaborate with sales team members to develop technical solutions and support the preparation of client proposals.
• Participate in client meetings, sales presentations, and technical discussions to communicate system concepts and recommendations.
• Conduct site surveys and pre-bid site visits as needed to assess existing conditions and gather information for system design and estimating.
• Research and recommend AV products and technologies that meet project requirements, performance expectations, and budget constraints.
• Perform value engineering and develop alternative solutions when needed to align system designs with project budgets.
• Ensure proposed AV systems follow applicable industry standards, manufacturer recommendations, and best practices.
• Manage multiple bids, estimates, and engineering assignments while meeting established deadlines.
• Maintain accurate and organized engineering and estimating documentation throughout the pre-sales process.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience designing, engineering, or estimating commercial audio-visual systems.
• Strong understanding of commercial AV technologies, including AV signal flow, DSPs, control systems, displays, video distribution, conferencing, and networked AV.
• Experience preparing AV equipment takeoffs, bills of materials, estimates, or proposals.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with D-Tools, ConnectWise, or similar AV design and estimation platforms is a plus.
• Familiarity with major AV manufacturers and technologies is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• CTS certification is strongly preferred.
• Ability to travel occasionally throughout the New York and Southeast regions for site surveys, client meetings, and pre-bid activities.

Salary: $90,000.00-$100,000.00 per year (Top-End Negotiable for More Experienced Candidates)

Job Type: Remote / Regional

This is a remote position with regional travel requirements. Candidates should be located within reasonable proximity to the New York City or Miami/Southeast markets and be available to travel to project sites, client meetings, and company offices as needed.