AV Systems Design Engineer

Company: TEKsystems

Title: AV Systems Design Engineer

Location: East Hartford, CT

Duration: 6-month Contract-to-Hire

Pay Rate: $40-50 per hour depending on AV Design experience & Certifications

Start Date: ASAP in July

"Must Have" Skills

Certifications: CTS-D and/or CTS-I preferred

1) 5+ years in AV system Design or Engineering roles

2) Strong understanding of AV signal flow, system integration, and control systems

3) Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design tools

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a pivotal member of our Audio-Visual (AV) Engineering team, you will play a critical role in shaping innovative AV solutions that empower collaboration and elevate user experiences. This role bridges technical expertise with client engagement, ensuring that every system we design is tailored, scalable, and future-ready.

Client Engagement & Sales Support -- Partner with Sales teams during early-stage client interactions to understand project goals and technical requirements.

Participate in site surveys, needs assessments, and solution presentations to prospective clients.

Provide technical consultation and help articulate the value of proposed AV solutions.

System Design & Engineering -- Design comprehensive AV systems that integrate unified communications platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams), audio systems, LED video walls, camera switching, and collaboration tools.

Ensure all designs meet performance, scalability, and usability standards while aligning with client expectations and budget.

Technical Documentation -- Develop detailed system documentation including:

Equipment lists and signal flow diagrams

Infrastructure and cabling requirements

Executive summaries and technical narratives

Accurate cost estimates and bill of materials (BOM)

Stakeholder Collaboration -- Attend and contribute to design meetings with clients, architects, consultants, and project managers.

Ensure alignment between client vision, architectural constraints, and technical feasibility.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Strong understanding of AV signal flow, system integration, and control systems.

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design tools (preferred).

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.

Software Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word).

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; confident in presenting to clients and stakeholders.

Project Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Teamwork: Collaborative mindset with a proactive, problem-solving attitude.