Senior Design Engineer

PSSL ProSound and Stage Lighting; Antioch (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) with employer contribution

Skills development opportunities

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Job summary

PSSL ProSound and Stage Lighting is seeking a Sr. Design Engineer in Antioch, Tennessee. The ideal candidate will support project managers in executing projects, create technical drawings, and validate solutions for client needs. Candidates should have extensive experience in systems design and knowledge of audiovisual technologies.

The role includes collaboration with various teams, planning workflows, and ensuring technical compliance. A competitive compensation package is offered, including 401(k) contributions and skills development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years of experience as an integrated systems designer.
• Some travel required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare project schedules and budgets with Project Manager.
• Create technical drawings and validate solutions.
• Communicate with Operations and Technical Managers.

Skills

Knowledge of construction sites

Sound analysis and calibration

Office 365 expertise

AutoCAD proficiency

Ability to solve complicated problems

Education

Diploma in audiovisual or project management

CTS-D certification preferred

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Why Solotech?

To take your career to the next level! As a global leader in live productions, systems integration and virtual technology, our team is comprised of more than 2,000 passionate individuals. Our ambition? To deliver spectacular experiences worldwide. Find out more at: www.solotech.com

The Sr. Design Engineer will support the Operations department, supporting the Project Managers in the execution of their term, as well as the representatives for the conception and systems validation.

Your day will look like this:

• Prepare the implementation of the different phases of the project’s schedules: develop both the work plan, budget, resources allocation, timing, and estimated deliveries with the assigned Project Manager.
• Create technical drawings (block diagram, single-line, architectural, etc.).
• Support the Project Managers in research and validation of solutions sales.
• Assist the sales representatives in the elaboration of solutions for our clients.
• Communicate with the Director of Operations and Technical Manager about issues related to each team.
• Plan workflow with Director of Operations and Technical Manager.
• Perform the validation of equipment choices and systems conception before submitting the bid.
• Responsible of products and specialized equipment research.
• Evaluate the workforce needs, hardware store, wirings for projects.
• Create the hardware and wiring equipment lists.
• Keep informed of new products and modern technologies in the audiovisual domain, and others related.
• Participate in the elaboration of systems manuals for our clients.
• Create the items that must be custom-built by the assembly or external providers.
• Analyze the estimated costs as well as the feasibility and relevant projects submitted by the representatives.
• Act as a reference for the internal and external clients.
• Ensure the technical compliance of the project deliveries.
• Other duties as assigned.

Your profile:

Requirements:

• Diploma in audiovisual, project management or any other relevant work experience; a CTS certification is a plus; preference will be given to CTS-D.
• Minimum of six years of experience as a integrated systems designer.
• Some travel required.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of construction sites.
• Knowledge of advanced practical and theoretical of the followings: Sound, lighting, control, video, and videoconference.
• Good knowledge of Office 365 (Excel, Word).
• Knowledge of the following software: AutoCAD, MS Project.
• Ability to prepare, understand and interpret advanced single-line diagrams, architectural, construction and electrical drawings.
• Specialized software skills in sound and/or lighting of configurator DSP type, sound analysis, calibration.
• Strong capacity to work with multiple schedules at once and under pressure.
• The environment may be fast paced and stressful.
• Ability to solve complicated problems.
• Thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Well-developed organizational skills.
• Demonstrate ability to work well with clients (internal and external).
• Adapt to change easily.
• Strong team player and highly collaborative.

Physical Requirements:

This is not an all-inclusive list but is intended to give an overview of the requirements for this position. Reasonable accommodation will be provided under appropriate circumstances and in accordance with applicable law. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:

• Continually: Sit, walk, speak, and hear.
• Continually: Type, write, and read.
• Occasionally: Stand, carry, lift push, and reach up to 25 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• Time will be spent in an office setting.
• Flexible work hours to support operations.
• Typical workweeks standard 40 hours.
• Environment may be fast paced.
• Overnight Travel within the United States required.

Our offer to you:

• Competitive compensation and group insurance plan.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Skills development activities and opportunities for career advancement.
• Work environment conducive to personal health and well-being.
• Employee assistance program.
• Paid time off & referral program.

Physical work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting. This job may involve occasional exposure to some disagreeable elements such as dust, noise, heat, cold, etc. Accidents are improbable other than minor injuries. Environment may be fast paced at times.

Solotech is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V