Design Engineer

Level 3 Audiovisual; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Level 3 Audio Visual is seeking a Design Engineer III to lead design, documentation, and project engineering for small to medium AV installations, taking ownership once a project is awarded.

You will develop construction documentation, coordinate across Sales, Operations, Solutions Architects, and Project Managers, and ensure AV systems are integrated and delivered on schedule. Strong AutoCAD expertise and CTS-D certification are required, with US travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• AVIXA CTS-D Certification is required.
• AQAV CQD Certification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an AV Design Engineer.
• Experience performing high-level AutoCAD drafting in a professional AV environment.
• Experience creating construction-quality AV drawing packages and technical documentation.
• Experience designing integrated AV systems and AV IT networks.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the project engineer of record for small to medium-sized projects, owning design, documentation, and engineering deliverables.
• Develop comprehensive construction documentation packages including plans, elevations, sections, layouts, and network documentation.
• Create cable pull schedules, equipment power tables, network summaries, and functional checklists for installation and commissioning.
• Design fully integrated AV systems and AV IT networks ranging from isolated to Layer 3 managed networks.
• Interpret architectural drawings to coordinate AV integration within project environments.
• Collaborate with Solutions Architect, Sales, Operations, and Project Managers to maintain scope alignment and resolve changes.
• Participate in internal peer reviews and apply AV9000 quality checklists to improve quality and efficiency.

Skills

AV design experience

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

AVIXA CTS-D Certification

AQAV CQD Certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

Level 3 Audio Visual is seeking a passionate Design Engineer III to help us shape the future of AV innovation. Could this be the right role for you?

About Us:

Level 3 Audio Visual is a full-service AV integration company that is on a mission to transform how organizations engage with AV technology. We deliver customized solutions and provide comprehensive support to ensure our clients’ AV systems elevate their communication and collaboration. As we continue to grow, we’re seeking passionate professionals who are ready to innovate and help drive the future of the AV industry.

Everything we do is supported by our Core Values:

• Improve every day
• Do whatever it takes
• Take ownership
• Slow down to speed up
• Elevate others
• Above all, build trust

If this sounds like you, you might be a great fit for our team, and we’d love to talk to you.

About the Position:

The Design Engineer III serves as the engineer of record for small to medium-sized projects and select strategic accounts. This role assumes full engineering responsibility once a project is awarded and leads the development of comprehensive construction and project documentation to support system staging, installation, commissioning, and programming by the operations team.

This role actively participates in internal peer reviews, applies AV9000 quality checklists as part of Level 3 AV’s Quality Management System, and serves as a subject-matter expert across key AV technologies. The Design Engineer III works closely with Sales, Operations, Solutions Architects, and Project Managers to ensure technical alignment, clear communication, and smooth project execution across all phases of delivery.

What You Will Do:

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as the project engineer of record for small to medium-sized projects and select strategic accounts, taking ownership of system design, documentation, and engineering deliverables.
• Develop comprehensive construction documentation packages, including equipment plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, sections, electrical and conduit layouts, signal flow diagrams, rack elevations, power calculations, network documentation, and other project-specific deliverables.
• Create cable pull schedules, label extracts, equipment power tables, network summaries, network schedules, and functional checklists to support successful installation, commissioning, and programming.
• Design fully integrated AV systems and private AV IT networks, ranging from isolated control networks to Layer 3 managed networks using VLANs, multicasting, and customer uplinks.
• Interpret architectural drawing packages to ensure AV systems are accurately coordinated and integrated into each project environment.
• Partner closely with Solutions Architect, Sales, Operations, and Project Managers to confirm project scope, identify unknowns, resolve design changes, and maintain alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in internal peer reviews, apply AV9000 quality management checklists, and provide feedback to improve quality, reduce workflow bottlenecks, and increase operational efficiency.

What We’re Looking For:

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• AVIXA CTS-D Certification required.
• AQAV CQD Certification preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an AV Design Engineer.
• Experience performing high-level AutoCAD drafting in a professional AV environment.
• Experience creating construction-quality AV drawing packages and technical documentation.
• Experience designing integrated AV systems and AV IT networks.
• Experience supporting small to medium-sized projects, strategic accounts, or enterprise-level AV environments preferred.

What We Prefer:

• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, including Sheet Sets, annotative tools, block libraries, dynamic blocks, tool palettes, XREFs, and other advanced drafting concepts.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and redline AV construction drawings for accuracy and completeness.
• Thorough understanding of AV systems integration, including audio reinforcement, microphones, AV conferencing, video routing and distribution, control systems, equipment storage, and IT/networking.
• Subject-matter expertise in technologies such as HDBaseT, IP video switching and distribution, Crestron NVX, Extron NAV, SDVoE, EvertzAV, control system architecture, USB switching and distribution, soft codec system design, microphone planning, audio DSP design, direct-view LED, tiled video wall arrays, and video wall processing.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with clients.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines and handle increasing project complexity.
• Ability to understand and apply technical documentation, including equipment manuals, installation guides, procedures, and policies.
• Valid driver’s license with an exemplary safety record.
• Ability to travel locally and remotely within the U.S. as needed.
• Ability to operate ladders or lifts as needed during the commissioning process.
• Demonstrated professionalism when working on customer property and awareness of sensitive work environments.

Level 3 Audiovisual is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Level 3 Audiovisual participates in the E-Verify Program where and as required by law.

Please note that all legitimate communication from our team will only come from platform generated emails or from email addresses ending in @l3av.com. We will never request software downloads, financial information, or login credentials at any point in our interview or hiring process.