Senior AV (Audio-Visual) & Acoustics Designer

IMEG; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 101,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock ownership options

Health insurance coverage

Paid holidays and PTO

Tuition reimbursement support

Job summary

IMEG, a leading design firm, seeks a Senior Acoustics or Senior Audiovisual Designer to lead project delivery across multiple market sectors. You will mentor staff, perform engineering analyses, and collaborate with engineers and consultants to craft integrated acoustic and AV solutions for buildings.

Ideal candidates have 14+ years in the field, with CTS or related certifications, and degrees in acoustics or architectural engineering or related disciplines.

Qualifications

• 14 years of experience minimum in building design consulting; 16+ preferred.
• CTS or equivalent AV certification required or preferred.
• Experience leading acoustics or audiovisual design projects and mentoring staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts across acoustics or audiovisual projects and manage delivery.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams; develop specs and calculations per code.
• Mentor staff, perform in-process design reviews, and ensure quality control.
• Manage budgets, scheduling, and client communications; visit sites for testing.
• Stay current with industry trends and contribute to innovation within IMEG.

Skills

Acoustics fundamentals

Vibration analysis

Digital signal processing

Electrical theory basics

Team mentorship

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Client interaction

Education

Acoustics or architectural engineering degree

AV/Elec engineering degree or related

Tools

3D BIM software

Rhinoceros 3D

SketchUp

Matlab/Max/MSP

Sound level meters / vibration analyzers

Job description

Are you Ready to Engineer Your Career? At IMEG, one of the largest design consulting firms in the U.S., we strive to provide exciting and rewarding career opportunities to our team members. We work hard and are passionate about what we do but also love to have fun along the way. We celebrate the ability to be a firm of over 2500 employees in the US and beyond who still provides a local office approach and feel to each of our employee-owners. From opportunities to get involved and give back locally through our Community Involvement Committees to the ability to partner with exciting clients, we take our jobs seriously but have a great time in the process.

As a company, we believe in investing in our team members and providing an environment for expansive growth. We put people first. We are proud to say we are a 100% employee-owned organization and take pride in our commitment to being a great place to work. We support this commitment through work-life balance, flexibility, continuous training and development opportunities, and community impact. We reward innovation, hard work, and support a culture of sustainability.

IMEG is growing, and we’d love to have you join our team! We currently have an open position for a Senior Acoustics or Senior Audiovisual (AV) Designer in one of our key offices. As a Senior Designer, you will lead design efforts as a project manager or lead design for delivery of projects varying in complexity with minimal support required from senior staff. You will be responsible for working closely with a team of engineers and consultants to provide engineering solutions and advice to clients to ensure positive outcomes. Primary responsibilities will include assisting in engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of acoustics or audiovisual systems in buildings. This position will be expected to work within the project’s monetary budget, train, mentor, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations.

Principal Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts for the analysis and development of projects across various market sectors
• Communicate technical concepts clearly across many different audiences using narratives, diagrams, and engaging presentations
• Interact with clients to understand their needs, gather project requirements, and communicate technical information effectively. Build and maintain client relationships through professional communication
• Work as part of a project team to support the execution of consulting projects. Lead efforts in project planning, budgeting, and scheduling tasks to meet project deadlines and objectives. Document design decisions and instructions from clients while monitoring project design progress as related to percent complete and fee expended
• Coordinate design requirements within a multidisciplinary design team including executing calculations according to code requirements and industry standards, development of specification clauses, and other innovative ways of developing acoustic/audiovisual recommendations and integrated project solutions
• Provide in-process design reviews of design deliverables. Implement IMEG quality control processes to ensure that design strategies meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards and client requirements
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies/products, and best practices. Contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG
• Identify potential project problems and seek advice from the Project Manager
• Oversee projects through bidding and construction administration phase, including visiting project sites for inspections, measurements, commissioning, and testing
• Contribute to overall team success through process improvement, setting standards, contributing to resourcing, and building morale

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Proficiency of fundamentals of acoustics, fundamentals of vibration, engineering acoustics, noise control, digital signal processing, electroacoustics, human responses to acoustics and vibration (acoustics focused)
• Proficiency of principles relating to electrical voltage and current, digital and analog signals, video signal types, video system calculations (e.g. viewing distance, screen sizing, pixel pitch, etc.), basic IT networking topologies and protocols, and sound system calculations as it relates to audiovisual (AV) systems design for buildings (audiovisual focused)
• Ability to train, mentor, and motivate less experienced staff
• Proficiency of industry standard acoustic / audiovisual engineering software and tools
• Proficiency with specialist technical equipment and software such as sound level meters, vibration analyzers, 3D acoustic / electroacoustic computer modeling, digital signal processing and visual programming language audio software (e.g. Matlab, Max/MSP), 2D and 3D BIM software, 3D modeling software (Rhinoceros 3D, Sketchup)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays

Education and Experience

Acoustics

• Degree in acoustics or architectural engineering OR a degree in music, architecture, physics, engineering, computer science, sound reproduction, sound recording, with strong demonstrated experience in acoustics

Audiovisual

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, electroacoustics, sound recording, OR a in science, architecture, engineering, music with demonstrated coursework in electroacoustics, acoustics or related field
• AVIXIA Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) or other industry / manufacturer certifications

Experience

• 14 years of experience minimum required, 16+ preferred, in the building design consulting industry

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Why Join Us

At IMEG, people are our priority — with a solid focus on career growth, work-life balance, and making a meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we combine the resources of a national design leader with the supportive culture of a local office. You’ll work alongside colleagues from diverse disciplines, contribute to innovative and sustainable projects, and help shape the communities we serve. Join a team where ideas are welcomed, professional development is supported, and every contribution makes a difference.

Salary Range $101,000- $141,000. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant. Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG Corp. provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at www.imegcorp.com

IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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