Onsite Design Engineer
AVI-SPL

Job Info

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Description

Job Summary

The Onsite Design Engineer (ODE) is responsible for driving the ongoing design lifecycle for conference room and AV/UC standards within an organization. The ODE will work with the primary customer owner to outline the process and roadmap for design standards. The ODE will also conduct research and technical evaluations of different technology equipment and service OEMs, as well as gather preliminary pricing quotes . The ODE will also create and plan processes for conducting internal pilot and proof of concept programs by coordinating with both external OEM's and internal customer IT/facilities teams. The ODE will also provide final analysis reports with projected costs and business outcomes based on research and evaluation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to translate customer requirements into functional system designs.
• Review pre-construction design and documentation.
• Provide assistance with technical design and level of effort needed by estimating hours and highlighting logistical challenges.
• Generate functional system descriptions and block diagram
• Identify all cabling and miscellaneous material needs.
• Design wall plates and overlays.
• Assume ownership of project installation when required.
• Develop engineering and architectural (RCP/Floor Plan) drawings, calculation, acoustical modeling or other data as required
• Provide on-going engineering support as needed
• Meet with vendors/prospective vendors to help evaluate product as requested.
• In addition to the above listed responsibilities, the ODE will also be required to be onsite at Capital One in Richmond VA, location with visits to Northern Virginia sites.

Skills and Abilities

• Communicate and interact with internal employees, clients and colleagues in a professional and timely manner
• Proven business writing skills
• Proficient with test and calibration equipment
• Support user acceptance testing
• Ability to troubleshoot control systems,including loading code for testing.
• Has strong ability to organize pilot's and proof of concepts and lead them through deployment, operations, and post pilot evaluation reports.
• Ability to diagnose complex system problems
• Advanced computer skills as required for the design, configuration, and operation of AV equipment
• Ability to work and think independently and ensuring to meet deadlines
• Valid Driver's License and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets AVI-SPL driving standards

Education and/or Experience

• Demonstrated experience in the design area of the Audio Visual technology industry
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent
• A four year degree or military experience may be considered in place of job experience
• Minimum 3-5 years A/V Design Engineer experience and possess strong AV VTC design knowledge
• Formal education in Audio Visual, Construction, Technology or related field is preferred.
• CTS-D certification preferred
• Ability to obtain formal approved clearances (Government or system specific) may be required.

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job operates in a professional office environment as well as client or construction sites. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. The work environment is generally moderate in noise (inter-office conversations and computers/printers). Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be provided as needed when construction site visits are required.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands of this position are those that are necessary to meet the responsibilities and essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position regularly requires employees to sit, walk, and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment.

Direct Reports

• This position does not have direct reports

Work Hours

40 hours - Mon - Fri, be flexible to work after hours and weekends when required.

AVI-SPL reserves the right to alter work hours and work location as deems necessary

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

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