Senior AV Design Engineer — Complex Systems & Events

American Sound; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k

Job summary

American Sound is seeking an experienced AV Design Engineer in Marietta, GA to plan, design, and oversee complex AV systems. You will collaborate with clients and project teams to translate requirements into BOMs and detailed drawings, while ensuring optimal acoustics, placement, routing, and integration across trades.

Required 5 years in commercial AV design, a related degree, and AV tool proficiency. CTS/CTS-D/CQD certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• 5 years of commercial AV design experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Certifications CTS/CTS-D/CQD advantageous.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and AV design tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with sales and clients to understand AV/UC needs and project goals.
• Translate requirements into BOM and Scope of Work before sale and drawings after sale.
• Develop comprehensive AV/UC system designs covering audio, video, lighting, control and network.
• Consider acoustics, equipment placement, cable routing, and user experience.
• Coordinate with IT, electrical, fire, security, structural and architectural trades for seamless integration.
• Modify architectural drawings to incorporate AV elements.
• Select AV/UC equipment (projectors, displays, cameras, DSPs, switches, controllers).
• Ensure compatibility, performance, and reliability; attend design and programming meetings.

Skills

AV design

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Audio Engineering, or related field (preferred)

CTS

CTS-D

CQD

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

American Sound is seeking an experienced AV Design Engineer in Marietta, GA to plan, design, and oversee complex AV systems. You will collaborate with clients and project teams to translate requirements into BOMs and detailed drawings, while ensuring optimal acoustics, placement, routing, and integration across trades.

Required 5 years in commercial AV design, a related degree, and AV tool proficiency. CTS/CTS-D/CQD certifications are a plus.