Audio Engineer

Lumasonic Tech Rental Pvt Ltd; Panaji; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumasonic Tech Rental Pvt Ltd is seeking a skilled team leader for their Audio department in Panaji, Goa. The candidate will assist the Head of Department in managing live sound events, ensuring compliance with client needs, and optimizing audio setups.

The position requires expertise in digital mixers, experience in audio measurement, and the ability to coordinate across teams. Ideal candidates must possess excellent problem-solving skills and be flexible with their timings.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have live sound experience and expertise in digital mixers.
• Experience using SMAART for audio measurement is required.
• Must be skilled in configuring loudspeaker DSPs for optimal performance.

Responsibilities

• Assist the HOD in leading the Audio team and providing feedback.
• Ensure proper equipment preparation and management.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external engineers for event planning.
• Manage event expenses and optimize costs.
• Ensure timely setups and assess audio quality during events.

Skills

Live sound experience

Expertise in digital mixers from major brands

Experience using SMAART for audio measurement

Designing and planning PA systems

Configuring loudspeaker DSPs

Audio networking protocols

Mentoring juniors

Tools

DSP brands like Lake Controller

Adamson Blueprint for simulation

Job description

Leadership

Assist the HOD in leading the Audio team, setting goals, resolving conflicts, and providing feedback.

Performance Evaluation & Recognition

Assist the HOD in evaluating performance, setting goals, and managing increments and promotions as per the annual plan.

Planning

Attend meetings regularly and assist the HOD in improving processes and identifying new revenue streams.

Assist the HOD in planning and executing events, ensuring alignment with client needs, layouts, and deadlines.

Assist the HOD in managing inventory, updating registers, verifying items, and overseeing outsourced equipment.

Ensure proper equipment preparation, transport, storage, and assist with loading according to management guidelines.

Ensure a safe work environment and compliance with all company policies.

Communications

Assist the HOD in training the team, sharing innovations, and fostering idea exchange to achieve objectives.

Communicate event schedules, HOD instructions, and client requirements to the Audio team for smooth execution and task delegation.

Coordinate with internal teams and external engineers to align stakeholders on event planning and execution.

Notify the HOD of equipment issues or inventory shortages that may affect event timelines.

Revenue Management

Assist the HOD in pursuing event leads and managing events to maximize revenue within budget.

Manage event expenses, calculate costs accurately, and follow SOPs for inventory outsourcing to optimize costs and maximize profit.

Assist with invoicing, accurately record deliverables, and manage pre & post-event expenses.

Execution

Ensure timely setups, assist with troubleshooting & system alignment, and perform pre-dry run checks to prevent technical issues.

Assess audio quality, adjust levels, play tracks, and monitor equipment for sound issues during events.

Be flexible, multitask, and assist other departments as needed.

Post-Event

Ensure efficient dismantling, safe transport, and inventory crosscheck with the master list to prevent losses.

Assist with loading/unloading and evaluate event performance for improvements.

Maintenance & Repairs

Manage inventory accurately, maintain equipment regularly, and ensure repairs at authorized centers.

Follow up on servicing timelines and costs, and report equipment issues or shortages to the HOD.

Purchases

Assist the HOD with sourcing, supplier negotiations, database management, and ensuring timely purchases, deliveries, and invoicing.

Dry Hire

Ensure equipment availability for dry hire, track inventory, follow up on client-held items, and verify returns against hire vouchers.

Requirements

• Applicants must have live sound experience & expertise in digital mixers from major brands.
• Lead the audio team, coordinate with client, producers, artists, technical crew & internal tech teams.
• Experience using SMAART for audio measurement & analysis is required.
• Design and plan PA systems according to client needs & venue specs.
• Simulate system performance with tools like Adamson Blueprint.
• Proficient in configuring loudspeaker DSPs for optimal performance, including tuning, filtering, delay, crossover, & system protection, with experience in DSP brands like Lake Controller.
• Familiarity with audio networking protocols & must be skilled in band gear & technical rider setups.
• Resolve technical issues during setup and events, ensure neat cable management & safe equipment handling.
• Manage high-pressure events, quick turnarounds, mentor juniors, & adapt to flexible timings.