A/V Design Engineer

Clair Global; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

CGI is seeking an AV Design Engineer to design, engineer, and manage production drawings and specifications for audio, video, and control systems on small to medium projects.

The role requires creating floor plans, RCPs, room details, and diagrams, plus BIM/MEP coordination and ongoing certification maintenance across networks and broadcast technologies. Travel may be 20-30% as projects demand site visits and on-site support.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Electrical or Electronics Engineering or related field preferred.
• 3–8 years’ experience in AV Design or Integration.
• AutoCAD knowledge required; REVIT preferred.
• AVIXA CTS/CTS-D certification preferred.
• OSHA 10 or 30 hour preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, engineer, and manage production of project documents for AV systems including audio, video, VTC, and control systems.
• Prepare A/V system drawings: floor plans, RCPs, room details, construction details, riser diagrams, and diagrams.
• Provide BIM, MEP coordination and life safety coordination.
• Maintain certifications and knowledge in networks, audio/video, and broadcast technologies.

Skills

System design

Drawing creation

Networking basics

MS Office

Communication

Construction site work

Critical thinking

Education

BS in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field

AVIXA CTS/CTS-D certification

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

At CGI, we design, engineer, install, and maintain large-scale Audio/Video systems. We put our customer first, and demand only the best. We are looking for those that share our passion. We currently have an immediate opening for an A/V Design Engineer.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Design, engineer, and manage the production of project documents for a variety of projects that include audio, video, VTC conferencing, broadcast cable, video production, networking, lighting, and control systems for small to medium sized projects
• Prepare A/V system drawings to include floor plans, RCP's, room details, construction details, riser diagrams, functional diagrams, and others as needed
• Provide structural, BIM, MEP, and Life Safety coordination
• Continue to maintain technical capabilities and certifications in the following technical areas: networks, audio/video, and broadcast industries and technologies that support these diverse systems

PROJECT RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow and manage project scope of work documents as part of a project contract
• Create equipment specifications and bill of materials budgets for cost estimating and purchasing
• Write testing, verification, and commissioning plans and other documents per contract requirements
• Perform site visits to review installation standards, assist in system testing, verification, commissioning, system programming, system turn on and client training

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• BS in Mechanical, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, Computer Science or another related field - preferred
• 3-8 years' experience in AV Design or Integration
• AVIXA CTS or CTS-D certification preferred
• Knowledge of AutoCAD required, and REVIT preferred
• OSHA 10 or 30 hour preferred

COMPENTENCIES:

• Understanding in design, principle, and operation of Audio and Video systems
• Ability to create system drawings, material lists, and documents that support the proposal, design, integration, and commissioning phases of a project
• Understanding of basic network topology and protocols, including V-LAN's, QOS, Multicast, Unicast, and network terminology
• Experience in Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and over the phone internally and externally
• Ability to work on and navigate a construction site
• Ability to apply critical thinking and have a flexible schedule as needed to serve the client's needs

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• May require 20-30% travel.