Engineer, Project ELV/AV

AVI-SPL; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global audiovisual solutions provider is seeking an experienced professional to design, specify, and manage the installation of integrated audiovisual (AV) and extra-low-voltage (ELV) systems. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience and strong technical skills in AV/ELV systems, along with relevant certifications. This role involves providing technical oversight, conducting system testing, and delivering project updates to clients. Candidates must have a solid understanding of networking and structured cabling standards.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in AV and/or ELV system engineering.
• Strong vendor certifications preferred.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight from conception to completion.
• Design and integrate AV/ELV systems.
• Perform troubleshooting and testing on integrated AV and ELV systems.

Skills

Strong communication

Proficiency with test equipment

Expertise in programming AV control systems

Advanced IT skills

Deep diagnostic ability

Understanding of IP networking

Education

High School Diploma

Formal education in Electronics or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AV control systems

Test and calibration equipment

Structured cabling standards

Job description

Long Description

Job SummaryDesign, specify, and manage the installation of integrated audiovisual (AV) and extra-low-voltage (ELV) systems, including active/passive network infrastructure, access control/security, and CCTV—working with leading industry manufacturers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight of a project from conception through installation and completion.
• Review hour estimates based on needs analysis, scope, and bid requirements.
• Develop engineering and architectural (RCP/Floor Plan) drawings, calculations, and acoustical modeling.
• Design, specify, and integrate ELV systems: Security (Lenel or similar), CCTV (Axis, Milestone, etc.), Passive Network Cabling (Belden, Panduit, CommScope/SYSTIMAX, Leviton, Corning), Active Networking (Cisco, Aruba/HP, Extreme, Netgear).
• Identify technical or logistical impediments to delivering the scope.
• Identify special project requirements: test equipment, specialized tools, rigging, and more.
• Test and commission both AV systems (audio DSP, video processing, control software) and ELV systems (access control, network configurations, CCTV).
• Support the installation team with engineering expertise as needed.
• Provide technical oversight during commissioning onsite and in-house.
• Evaluate products from AV and ELV vendors in collaboration with manufacturers.
• Provide weekly project updates for clients.
• Monitor project budget and assist the Project Manager with cost control.
• Design wall plates, overlays, and cabling panels (AV and network).
• Perform troubleshooting and testing on integrated AV and ELV systems.
• Support programming of AV control systems (AMX/Crestron) and ELV platforms.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager to secure installation personnel.
• Assist Project Manager in handing off to installation team.
• Deliver documented test results for system testing and commissioning.
• Review and forward project designs from internal/external sources to CAD.
• Travel to job sites as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication and professional interaction with internal staff and clients.
• Excellent business writing skills.
• Proficiency with test and calibration equipment for both AV and ELV systems.
• Support for user acceptance testing.
• Expertise in programming, modifying, and troubleshooting AV control systems and ELV/security platforms.
• Deep diagnostic ability for complex AV and ELV systems.
• Advanced IT skills for design, configuration, and system operations.
• Knowledge of structured cabling standards (TIA/EIA, BICSI, ANSI).
• Understanding of IP networking for convergence of AV and ELV.
• Familiarity with cabling vendors: Belden, Panduit, CommScope/SYSTIMAX, Leviton, Corning.
• Familiarity with network hardware from Cisco, Aruba/HP, Extreme, Netgear.
• Familiarity with ELV/security systems such as Lenel OnGuard, Axis Communications, Milestone XProtect.
• Vendor certifications from these manufacturers (e.g., Cisco CCNA/CCNP, Aruba ACMA/ACMP, Extreme Networks, Belden/CommScope, Panduit, Lenel Certified Expert, Axis Certified Professional, Milestone Technical Certification) are strongly preferred.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Valid Driver’s License and compliant Motor Vehicle Record per company standards.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Formal education in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in AV and/or ELV system engineering.
• A four-year degree or relevant military technical experience may substitute for direct experience.
• Certifications are strongly preferred, including:
• AV: CTS-D, CTS-I
• Cabling/Infrastructure: BICSI RCDD, Belden/CommScope/Panduit vendor certifications
• Networking: Cisco CCNA/CCNP, Aruba, Extreme, Netgear
• Security/Access Control: Lenel Certified Expert (LCE), S2 Certified, or similar
• CCTV/Video Management: Axis Certified Professional, Milestone Technical Certification

Working Environment

The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.