Senior Design Engineer

Solotech Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) with employer contribution

Skills development activities

Job summary

Solotech Inc. is seeking a Sr. Design Engineer to support the Operations department and Project Managers in executing project plans. Responsibilities include preparing project schedules, creating technical drawings, and conducting equipment validation.

The ideal candidate will have a diploma in audiovisual or project management, with at least six years of relevant experience. The role requires strong knowledge of AutoCAD and Office 365, along with advanced problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years of experience as an integrated systems designer.
• CTS certification preferred, especially CTS-D.
• Ability to prepare and interpret advanced diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare implementation phases of project schedules.
• Create technical drawings such as block diagrams.
• Support Project Managers and sales representatives.

Skills

Advanced practical and theoretical aspects of Sound

Knowledge of construction sites

Knowledge of AutoCAD

Proficient in Office 365

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma in audiovisual or project management

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the implementation of the different phases of the project’s schedules: develop 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 for product and specialized equipment research.
• Evaluate the workforce needs, hardware store, and 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, 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.

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 an integrated systems designer.
• Some travel required.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of construction sites.
• Knowledge of advanced practical and theoretical aspects of 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 DSP configurator type, sound analysis, calibration.
• Strong capacity to work with multiple schedules at once and under pressure.
• 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:

• Continuously sit, walk, speak, and hear.
• Continuously 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.

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.

Benefits

• 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.

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