Associate Principal AV Designer

Spectrum Engineers, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity for professional growth

Job summary

Spectrum Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Principal AV Designer in Salt Lake City, Utah, to lead innovative audiovisual system designs and project delivery. This role requires over 10 years of AV design experience and proficiency with tools like Revit and AutoCAD, fostering collaboration across diverse market sectors.

The ideal candidate will contribute to the development of cutting-edge AV solutions, ensuring seamless integration and exceptional user experiences. Join a team dedicated to engineering excellence and client service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of AV design experience in a consulting or engineering environment.
• Expertise in AV systems design, signal flow, acoustics, and networking fundamentals.
• Strong understanding of industry standards (e.g., AVIXA, ANSI/INFOCOMM, AES, IEEE).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of AV systems and networking infrastructure.
• Provide mentorship to junior AV designers and engineers.
• Serve as primary client contact for AV scope on projects.

Skills

AV systems design

Project management

Communication skills

IT Networks knowledge

Revit drafting

Customer-focused approach

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Job description

Location: On-site - Salt Lake City, Utah

Summary

Spectrum Engineers is a multi-discipline consulting engineering firm based in Salt Lake City, Utah, with offices in Phoenix, Arizona, and Baltimore, Maryland. Spectrum provides client-centered services throughout the United States and various locations worldwide.

Offering electrical, mechanical, acoustic, and fire protection engineering and technology, as well as lighting and theatre design, Spectrum provides sustainable strategies that exemplify a caring attitude toward this and future generations, because it is the right thing to do.

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal AV Designer to join our team and lead the design and delivery of innovative, high-performance audiovisual systems. This leadership role is ideal for a candidate with a strong technical background in AV design, project management capabilities, and a passion for creating exceptional user experiences in built environments.

As a senior member of our Technology team, you will manage complex projects, guide junior staff, and collaborate closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients across various market sectors, including corporate, higher education, healthcare, performing arts, and government.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of AV systems, including sound reinforcement, video display, conferencing, digital signage, control systems, and networking infrastructure.
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to junior AV designers and engineers.
• Serve as primary client contact for AV scope on assigned projects, ensuring clarity of vision, schedule, and deliverables.
• Develop detailed construction documents, device layouts, schematics, riser diagrams, equipment specifications, and system narratives.
• Coordinate closely with architectural and MEP disciplines to ensure fully integrated AV solutions.
• Oversee and perform system commissioning, site inspections, and field coordination.
• Contribute to the advancement of best practices, design standards, and emerging AV technologies.
• Participate in business development efforts, including proposal writing, client interviews, and scope development.
• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and professional organizations as needed.
• Travel within the United States.

Required Skills/Abilities

• A desire to creatively implement technologies into new and existing facilities.
• A working knowledge of IT Networks.
• Detail oriented.
• Good organizational skills, flexible, and able to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present design ideas to clients.
• Drafting experience in Revit.
• A willingness to be a team player.
• A customer-focused approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 10 years of AV design experience in a consulting or engineering environment.
• Expertise in AV systems design, signal flow, acoustics, and networking fundamentals.
• Strong understanding of industry standards (e.g., AVIXA, ANSI/INFOCOMM, AES, IEEE).
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and AV design tools such as EASE, D-Tools, or similar.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and team collaboration.
• CTS-D or equivalent certification is strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Extended hours and weekend work are sometimes required to meet deadlines.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to lead innovative and high-profile projects.
• A collaborative culture focused on mentorship and professional growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A firm recognized for engineering excellence and client service.