Project Engineer

Ford Audio-Video (Ford AV); Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Audio-Video (Ford AV) seeks a Project Engineer to design and oversee sound, video, lighting, and acoustical systems, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and profitability goals.

You will create submittal drawings, test system performance, and simplify complex technical concepts for clients and teams, collaborating with Project Managers and cross-functional groups to ensure quality and clear installation guidance.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience designing and installing professional audio, video, network and lighting systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Physics, CS, ME, or related field; new graduates welcome.

Responsibilities

• Design audio, video, lighting, and acoustical systems aligned with customer specifications and profitability goals.
• Prepare submittal drawings and engineering data for installations.
• Test system performance and verify conformance to design standards.
• Explain technical concepts clearly to clients and teams.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Job Superintendents to ensure quality control and installations guidance.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

QSC

Crestron

Extron

AMX

Job description

The Project Engineer designs and oversees sound, video, lighting, and acoustical systems, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and profitability goals. Responsibilities include creating technical drawings, testing system performance, and simplifying complex technical concepts for clients and teams. Collaboration with Project Managers, Job Superintendents, and cross-functional teams is essential to ensure quality design, installation, and customer satisfaction. Design audio, video, lighting, and acoustical systems aligned with customer specifications, installation requirements, and profitability goals. Prepare submittal drawings and engineering data, including designs for custom enclosures, consoles, and installation instructions. Test and evaluate system performance to ensure quality and alignment with design standards. Simplify and communicate technical details for customers, sales teams, and Installation Technicians. Document customer and vendor interactions, including dates, names, and concise summaries. Collaborate with Project Managers and Job Superintendents to prioritize quality control and provide clear installation guidance. Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment by collaborating across divisions and profit centers.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD/AutoCAD.
• Programming experience (e.g., QSC, Crestron, Extron, AMX).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly.
• Experience with the design and installation of professional audio, video, network and lighting systems (for senior level position)
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience (new graduates are welcome to apply).