Senior Design Engineer

AVI-SPL; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid holidays

Training and professional development

Job summary

AVI-SPL is seeking a Senior Design Engineer in Tampa, FL, to transform client requirements into robust AV system designs and detailed documentation. You will collaborate with sales and Account Managers to capture needs, assess risks, and communicate with stakeholders.

This role leads complex design projects, mentors junior engineers, and drives design standards while balancing customer expectations with technical and business goals. On-site collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong business acumen and understanding of the AV industry.
• Leadership capabilities, mentoring and providing technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Advanced problem-solving to address risks effectively.
• Effective stakeholder communication with clients, project managers, and field teams.
• Detail-oriented; ensure accuracy in work.
• Self-directed learning to stay current with AV technologies and standards.

Responsibilities

• Translate customer needs into actionable AV system designs and documentation.
• Create detailed system documentation, BOMs, diagrams, and scopes of work.
• Provide labor estimates and material requirements for proposals.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers on design quality and standards.
• Collaborate with vendors, architects, and contractors to align designs with constraints.
• Serve as design authority during project execution and reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Self-directed learning

Detail-oriented

AV industry knowledge

Driver’s license

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CAD (AutoCAD)

Bluebeam Revu

AV/IT networking

Job description

The Senior Design Engineer transforms customer needs into actionable solutions through system design and detailed documentation. You will work closely with sales team members, including Account Managers, to understand client requirements, identify potential risks and communicate with stakeholders.

Who We Are

AVI-SPL is a digital enablement solutions provider who transforms how people and technology connect to elevate experiences, create new value, and enable organizations to thrive and grow. We are the largest provider of collaboration technology solutions, which include our award-winning managed services.

Our highly certified industry experts and innovation leaders share a vision to help people work smarter and live better. Our success starts with our people; and a workplace that champions culture and belonging ensures we grow and thrive together.

What You’ll Do

The Senior Design Engineer transforms customer needs into actionable solutions through system design and detailed documentation. You will work closely with sales team members, including Account Managers, to understand client requirements, identify potential risks and communicate with stakeholders.

The Senior Design Engineer is a highly skilled technical leader responsible for driving the successful creation of complex AV system designs. In this role, you will leverage deep expertise and specialized knowledge to tackle the most challenging design projects, ensuring solutions are innovative, feasible, and aligned with customer needs and business goals.

As a Senior Design Engineer, you will act as a mentor and technical guide, providing oversight and support to junior and mid-level engineers. You will work independently on the most complex designs, take ownership of design accuracy, and provide critical input to project stakeholders. This role requires a proactive problem solver who adeptly balances customer expectations with technical and business requirements, all while shaping and improving design standards and processes across the team.

Day-To-Day Responsibilities

• Pre-Sales Design and Proposal Efforts
• Leverage in-depth knowledge of the audio-visual industry and business practices to support Account Managers in strategically selling large projects. Demonstrate technical and industry expertise, address complex customer challenges, and inspire confidence in the company’s ability to deliver solutions.
• Provide accurate labor estimates and material requirements to support sales proposal creation.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive design standards packages for large and repeat customers accounts.
• Design Responsibilities
• Develop detailed system documentation, including a bill of materials, conceptual block diagrams, infrastructure plans, and scopes of work.
• Determine infrastructure requirements, such as power, data, and conduit, during pre-sales efforts and coordinate with general contractors.
• Identify, account for, and communicate about project risks, site conditions, scheduling requirements, and dependencies in the design.
• Review pre-construction documentation to ensure clarity and alignment with project objectives.
• Coordinate with vendors, architects, consultants and contractors to align designs with project constraints during design development.
• Review and validate designs from junior Engineers and guide on adherence to best-practices.
• Project Responsibilities
• Support project teams during implementation and provide technical input as the “design authority” as needed.
• Mentorship, Leadership and Collaboration
• Review and provide constructive feedback on designs from junior and mid-level engineers to ensure quality and consistency.
• Share knowledge and best practices to support the development of the engineering team’s skills and processes.
• Perform additional tasks, responsibilities, and projects as needed to support the team and organization, ensuring flexibility in adapting to evolving priorities and objectives.

Must-Haves

• Core Competencies and Skills
• Strong business acumen and understanding of the audio-visual industry, including trends, standards, and customer expectations.
• Leadership capabilities, including mentoring and providing technical guidance to junior and midlevel engineers.
• Advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to independently address risks effectively.
• Effective Stakeholder Communication: Experience conveying technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, including clients, project managers, and field teams.
• Detail-Oriented: knows the difference between “good enough” and “perfect” and strives for accuracy in work.
• Self-directed learning habits to stay current with emerging AV technologies, industry standards, and best practices through ongoing education or certifications.
• Technical Expertise and Knowledge
• Proficiency in design and configuration of AV systems, including software tools and standards.
• Comprehensive understanding of IP networking, including AVoIP, and network architecture.
• Familiarity with AV/IT industry standards such as AVIXA, ANSI/TIA.
• Proficiency with tools such as CAD (e.g., AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu).
• Full understanding of common infrastructure requirements, including power, data, and conduit, and how they integrate into AV systems.
• AVIXIA CTS-D Certification.
• AVIXA ANP (Audio-Visual Network Professional) Certification (Cisco CCNA or similar may be considered in lieu of ANP).
• Four (4) or more relevant audio/DSP certifications (Biamp, Q-SYS, BSS, Extron, Shure, etc.).
• Valid driver’s license and a motor vehicle record meeting company standards.
• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Employees operating company or personal vehicles for business purposes must be legally authorized to drive, maintain a valid driver’s license and provide proof of coverage, meeting all minimum required insurance coverage as a condition of employment.
• Employees driving fleet vehicles must meet eligibility requirements; comply with all guidelines, including telematics monitoring, vehicle maintenance schedules, proper use of assigned fuel and toll devices.

Nice-To-Haves

• Formal education in Electronics, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Seven (7) years of experience in audiovisual system design or integration.
• Direct experience using and quoting Enterprise VC solutions (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Cisco Webex/Telepresence)-both hardware and software.
• Experience with large-scale or enterprise-level AV projects, including coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven track record of contributing to process improvements, developing design standards, or leading initiatives in design workflows.

Physical Requirements

• Combination of sitting, standing, and walking.
• Frequent verbal communication and presentations.
• Frequent use of computers and mobile devices.
• Travel may be required.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Office and client-site environments.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

WHY YOU’LL LIKE WORKING HERE

• Medical benefits, including vision and dental
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Enjoyable and dynamic company culture
• Training and professional development opportunities

More About Us

AVI-SPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. AVI-SPL is an AA/Disabled/Veteran Protected Employer VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

AVI-SPL reserves the right to alter work hours and work location as necessary. Work hours may vary based on client requirements and may include travel to various locations in support of the account.