Audio Visual Project Engineer

LINX; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

LINX Multimedia in Chantilly, VA is seeking an Audio Visual Project Engineer to own design intent and deliver complex commercial AV systems on time and within budget. You will coordinate with clients, vendors and internal teams from design through installation, ensuring the technical reality matches the original intent.

You will create shop drawings, review data sheets, manage multiple projects, and provide technical oversight during installation and commissioning, while staying current with AV

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of engineering experience in professional AV integration or a construction-related field.
• AVIXA CTS certification.
• Intermediate to advanced computer modeling; AutoCAD preferred.
• Experience with Bluebeam and creating markups.
• Strong understanding of AV signal flow and design.
• Experience installing commercial-grade AV systems.
• Ability to read construction drawings and create shop drawings.

Responsibilities

• Own design intent across assigned projects and align stakeholders.
• Lead complex issues, anticipate problems, and manage risks.
• Manage timelines and milestones across concurrent projects.
• Create shop drawings, floor plans, RCPs, elevations, and diagrams.
• Translate designs into complete drawing packages and validate data sheets.
• Generate RFIs and Change Orders as needed.
• Maintain CAD/drafting standards and improve them.
• Conduct site walks and customer meetings.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams.
• Provide technical oversight during installation, configuration, and calibration.
• Troubleshoot complex AV issues and stay current with industry trends.

Skills

AVIXA CTS

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

RFI process

AV systems design

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Job description

As a LINX Multimedia Project Engineer, you manage complex commercial AV systems and serve as the principal technical owner from the design phase through implementation, ensuring the customer's needs are met. Working closely with clients and project teams, you deliver projects to the highest standards, on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Own design intent across assigned projects; align internal and external stakeholders and adapt intent as their needs evolve
• Own the technical reality of your projects independently; lead complex issues and anticipate problems, catching risks before they become field calls
• Manage timelines and milestones across multiple concurrent projects; plan backward from project dates and communicate risk early
• Create drawing submittals for AV packages (floor plans, RCPs, elevations, one-line diagrams), including heat, power, and other needed calculations
• Translate AV system designs into complete, constructable drawing packages; review equipment data sheets to confirm product functionality and compatibility
• Generate RFIs and Change Orders when projects require
• Maintain LINX standards for CAD and drafting documents, and improve them when gaps surface
• Perform site walks and conduct customer meetings
• Maintain red lines and as-builts in Bluebeam Studio
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams to ensure equipment procurement and resource availability
• Provide technical oversight during installation, configuration, and calibration of AV systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to audio-visual equipment
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of AV industry trends, technologies, and standards

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected for this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. The company reserves the right to modify job duties at any time based on business needs.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 3 years of engineering experience in professional audio/video integration or a construction-related field
• AVIXA CTS
• Intermediate to advanced computer modeling skills required; AutoCAD preferred
• Experience with Bluebeam and the ability to create markups
• Good understanding of AV system signal flow and design
• Experience installing commercial-grade AV systems
• Ability to create AV shop drawings, including floor plans, RCPs, elevations, one-line diagrams, and heat, power, and other needed calculations
• Ability to read construction drawings
• Proficient understanding of AV systems and equipment
• Proficient understanding of the construction process
• Proficient in the RFI process
• Able to manage multiple projects of all sizes at the same time and set priorities to meet deadlines

Preferred

• AVIXA CTS-D plus two advanced manufacturer certifications
• Track record owning multiple concurrent projects end-to-end
• Experience coordinating directly with general contractors, vendors, and field teams

Job Title:

Audio Visual Project Engineer

Department:

LINX Multimedia

Reports To:

Project Engineering Manager

FLSA Status:

Exempt

• 401K with 50% employer match up to first 5%
• Insurance options including Medical plans with Flexible Spending and/or Health Savings Accounts, Disability, Dental and Vision
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) combining sick pay and vacation days

Posting Deadline

This position will remain open until December 31, 2026 or until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is listed above. Actual compensation within the range will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, internal equity, and geographic location.