AV Design Engineer

Job Title: AV Design Engineer

Location: Charlotte NC (On-site with occasional travel to client sites)

Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled AV Design Engineer to design, document, and support audiovisual solutions for commercial, enterprise, and/or government environments. This role is responsible for translating client requirements into detailed AV system designs, producing high-quality 2D and 3D drawings, and ensuring solutions align with industry standards and best practices. The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise across leading AV manufacturers and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Design complete audiovisual systems for conference rooms, training spaces, auditoriums, collaboration spaces, and other commercial environments

Develop detailed 2D and 3D AutoCAD drawings, including signal flow diagrams, rack elevations, equipment layouts, and floor plans

Create AV system schematics, elevations, and technical documentation to support installation teams

Collaborate with sales, project managers, and field engineers to ensure designs meet client requirements, budgets, and timelines

Provide technical support during pre-sales, project execution, and installation phases

Review architectural drawings and construction documents to ensure AV integration feasibility

Select appropriate AV equipment and solutions based on functional requirements and industry standards

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of AV technologies, products, and manufacturer offerings

Assist with change orders, value engineering, and design revisions as required

Required Qualifications

3+ years of experience in audiovisual system design or engineering

Strong proficiency with AutoCAD, including 2D and 3D drawings

Solid working knowledge of AV systems and signal flow concepts

Hands-on experience with major AV manufacturers, including:

Crestron

Extron

Kramer

BiAmp

Shure

Polycom

Vaddio

Understanding of audio, video, control, and UC systems

Ability to read and interpret architectural and construction drawings

Strong communication and documentation skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

CTS, CTS-D, or CTS-I certification

Experience designing AV solutions for enterprise, education, healthcare, or government environments

Familiarity with Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms, or other UC platforms

Experience supporting bids, proposals, and client presentations