AV Designer (f / m / x)

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Job Description

Are you passionate about audiovisual technologies and eager to advance your career in an international setting? Join our innovative User Centric Spaces & Places (UCSP) team and help us expand our global presence in the Benelux market.

As an AV Designer at macom – Part of Drees and Sommer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting audiovisual systems for various applications, such as corporate environments, event spaces, and entertainment venues.

The role includes, but is not limited to, the following tasks:

1. Develop and design both standard and complex audiovisual systems, including video, audio, and control systems.
2. Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure seamless system integration.
3. Select appropriate AV equipment, including projectors, displays, sound systems, video conferencing solutions, and control systems.
4. Provide AV requirements (power/data/reinforced walls, etc.) to IT and main contractors.
5. Check third-party deliverables before deployment (e.g., IT patching, VLANs, Wi-Fi, NAC), conduct site surveys, and produce reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Audio Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Multimedia Design, or an equivalent qualification.
• 3+ years of experience in AV design, integration, or installation, along with project management experience.
• Expertise in AV design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Visio) and strong knowledge of control systems, audio, and video transport protocols.
• English is mandatory; French is appreciated, and German is a plus.
• Willingness to travel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

Additional advantages include CTS or PRINCE² certification, knowledge of networking principles related to AV over IP, and familiarity with integrating virtual and augmented reality into AV design.

Additional Information

• Option for mobile working to ensure work-life balance.
• Professional and personal development opportunities through the Drees & Sommer Academy, including digital language training.
• Health benefits, including bonuses for active athletes and access to a comprehensive health portal.
• Provision of pool cars and position-specific company cars for business trips.
• Access to numerous corporate benefits and an employee referral program with attractive bonuses.
• Flexible working hours and models to balance work and family life, with additional benefits for private events.