Smart Monkeys, leading provider of AV & Show Control services, is looking for an experienced Audio-Visual Design Engineer to work on commercial AV projects. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of overall AV industry-related experience with at least the last 2 years as a Design Engineer.
The role is expected to have a strong focus on logical, network and software aspects of complex AV designs.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Engage in client discovery sessions alongside sales, design, and engineering team
Participate in project design meetings with clients, perform site surveys, create assessment reports
Analyze user needs and requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints
Create AV and Control design packages composed of concept block diagrams, system CAD drawings, design narratives, programming specifications, performance specifications, and budget estimates for every phase of the projects (Concept, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents)
Communicate and coordinate technical design solutions with clients, installation teams, and creative teams
Assist with technical oversight, network implementation, system configuration, red lines, as-built drawings, commissioning procedures, and design questions during integration and commissioning of systems
Assist programmers with technical direction when developing user interfaces and control programs
Assist account executives in the preparation of consultant specified bids and submittals
Qualifications
Knowledge of advanced network design methods applied to AV systems (routing, VLANs, QoS, IGMP, PTP)
Knowledge of Medialon, Q-SYS, Node-Red, Crestron or other control system architecture, programming, implementation, and testing
Knowledge of programming/scripting languages (Lua, JavaScript…) a plus
Knowledge of audio and video processing (Q-SYS, Barco E2, Analog Way Aquilon)
Knowledge of media servers (Pixera, 7th Sense, Disguise, Green Hippo, Watchout) and generative engines (Touch Designer, Notch, Unreal) preferred
Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems preferred
Experience with AutoCAD or Vectorworks
Familiarity with MS Visio or OmniGraffle desired
Proficient in MS Office applications
Ability to write scope of work, design narrative, and other technical documents
Attributes
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Exhibits a positive attitude and establishes professional relations with others
Good organizational, work management, and time management skills
Self-driven and takes initiative
Training / Education
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited Engineering program or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
3-6 years of overall Audio-Visual commercial solution/services industry experience preferred. Otherwise, will depend on training, education, and personal achievements.
A Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) or CTS-I or CTS-D certification is a plus.
Job Type
Full time employment
90-day probationary period
Working Conditions
Occasional domestic or foreign travel
Onsite environment will vary for each project. Employee may be asked to wear protective gear on building sites
Office environment at company premises
Valid Driver’s License required
Benefits
Based on experience, USD per Annum paid on a monthly basis
15 days PTO including sick, personal, and vacation; 20 days after 1 year
Health, dental, vision and life insurance
Short term disability
Workers compensation insurance
Retirement plan after one year
11 federal holidays
Cell phone service provided
Hybrid work environment
Occasional travel (w/ Per Diem)
Equal opportunity employer
Smart Monkeys, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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