Audiovisual (AV) Field Engineer - II

Avide; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation plan

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Job summary

Avidex in Lake Forest, CA is seeking an AV/IT Field Engineer II to provide technical commissioning and field engineering support for integrated AV/IT systems. You will work with project managers, engineers, installers, and clients to ensure systems perform as designed and are ready for client acceptance.

The role requires 4+ years of related experience, proficiency with AMX/Crestron/Extron/Q-SYS, and programming skills. Travel to customer sites and flexibility with schedule are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or equivalent relevant experience preferred.
• 4+ years of experience providing technical AV/IT or field engineering support.
• Experience loading, testing, and editing control system code and graphical user interfaces, including platforms such as AMX, Crestron, Extron, Q-SYS, or similar.
• Experience with programming technologies such as Python, HTML, C# or similar.
• Experience with digital communication protocols, including IP, RS232, RS485, and USB.
• Ability to travel to customer sites and work varying schedules, including occasional evenings, weekends, and overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide field engineering support across equipment configuration, programming, troubleshooting, testing, and documentation.
• Commission and test integrated AV/IT systems and prepare punch lists through final client acceptance.
• Load, test, and edit control system code and graphical user interface files with remote assistance as needed.
• Configure and troubleshoot audio, video, control, conferencing, DSP, and networked AV systems.
• Verify systems are complete and operating in accordance with project documentation and requirements.
• Support control system submittals and maintain accurate field documentation, configuration files, programs, and system markups.
• Identify potential scope changes and communicate opportunities to Project Leads.
• Partner with project and installation teams to resolve technical issues and support successful project completion.
• Provide system training to clients and technical guidance to developing Field Engineers as assigned.
• Follow applicable safety standards and project-site requirements.

Skills

AV/IT system commissioning and testing

System configuration and testing

Control system programming and editing

Audio and video system configuration

DSP configuration and tuning

TCP/IP networking

Video display setup

Technical documentation

Client training and support

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or equivalent experience

AVIXA CTS

CompTIA A+ or equivalent

Tools

AMX

Crestron

Extron

Q-SYS

Python

HTML

C#

Job description

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Lake Forest, CA, US

12 days ago Requisition ID: 1370

Salary Range: $40.00 To $48.00 Hourly

Position Summary:

The Audiovisual (AV) Field Engineer - II provides technical commissioning and field engineering support for integrated AV/IT systems. This role combines system configuration, programming, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation to ensure systems perform as designed and are ready for client acceptance.

Working closely with project managers, engineers, installation teams, programmers, and clients, the Audiovisual (AV) Field Engineer II provides intermediate technical expertise across audio, video, control systems, DSP, and networking.

Skills & Core Strengths

• AV/IT system commissioning and testing
• System configuration and troubleshooting
• Control system programming and editing
• Audio and video system configuration
• DSP configuration and tuning
• TCP/IP networking and digital communications
• Video display setup and color balancing
• Technical documentation and system closeout
• Client training and technical support
• Cross-functional project collaboration

What You'll Do

• Provide field engineering support across equipment configuration, programming, troubleshooting, testing, and documentation.
• Commission and test integrated AV/IT systems and prepare punch lists through final client acceptance.
• Load, test, and edit control system code and graphical user interface files with remote assistance as needed.
• Configure and troubleshoot audio, video, control, conferencing, DSP, and networked AV systems.
• Verify systems are complete and operating in accordance with project documentation and requirements.
• Support control system submittals and maintain accurate field documentation, configuration files, programs, and system markups.
• Identify potential scope changes and communicate opportunities to Project Leads.
• Partner with project and installation teams to resolve technical issues and support successful project completion.
• Provide system training to clients and technical guidance to developing Field Engineers as assigned.
• Follow applicable safety standards and project-site requirements.

What We're Looking for

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or equivalent relevant experience preferred.
• 4+ years of experience providing technical AV/IT or field engineering support.
• Intermediate experience with integrated audio, video, conferencing, control, DSP, and networked AV systems.
• Experience loading, testing, and editing control system code and graphical user interfaces, including platforms such as AMX, Crestron, Extron, Q-SYS, or similar.
• Experience with programming technologies such as Python, HTML, C#Pro, or similar.
• Working knowledge of digital communication protocols, including IP, RS232, RS485, and USB.
• Experience configuring wired and wireless TCP/IP networks.
• Experience with DSP platforms such as Biamp, BSS, Crestron, Extron, Q-SYS, or similar.
• Proficiency with AV/IT software, hand tools, and test equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, customer service, organizational, and time-management skills.
• AVIXA CTS and CompTIA A+ or equivalent certifications, or ability to obtain both within one year of hire.
• Ability to travel to customer sites and work varying schedules, including occasional evenings, weekends, and overnight travel.
• Ability to safely perform field-based AV work, including climbing ladders or scaffolding and lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds with assistance.

About Us

Avidex is a leading AV/IT integration company delivering innovative technology solutions across corporate, healthcare, education, and enterprise environments. We design, build, and support collaboration spaces and integrated systems that help organizations connect and work more effectively.

We pride ourselves on technical expertise, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence. Our teams partner closely with clients to deliver thoughtful solutions and long-term value.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation plan
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Up to 120 hours of PTO (accrued)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 8 hours to volunteer on your favorite cause
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and innovative work environment

Avidex is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. We believe that diverse perspectives enhance our organization and contribute to innovation, collaboration, and overall success.