Audio Visual Design Engineer

*** Openings in Northern Virginia and Richmond area ***

Audio Video Designer/Systems Engineer

Daly Computers is a system integrator, solution provider, value added reseller, and major service provider focused on serving the IT infrastructure needs of state local governments and education customers. Its mission for the past 36 years is to combine innovative technologies and services to help our clients succeed in their mission goals.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a friendly, experienced, detail and service-oriented AV Designer/System Engineer to join our team!

The Design Engineer works with Sales and the Integration departments to design systems or major portions of systems while developing an accurate BOM, drawing and sketches that fit our customers’ needs. Develops basic data and makes preliminary layouts, sketches, and notes necessary to present design proposal to the customer with the sales force. Accurately determines the necessary equipment quantities, pricing and labor needed to complete the job according to company and customer expectations.

This position reports directly to the Audio Video Director. Typical work hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (however sometimes overtime and/or weekend hours maybe required). Local travel consists of the Maryland, DC, and Virginia areas. Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

All candidates must pass a comprehensive criminal background check, as well as drug screening/testing. Daly is a drug-free work place. Additionally, reliable transportation, a clean driving record, a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required.

Roles and Responsibilities:

· Work with Sales to determine customer needs and expectations from simple to complex system designs.

· Develop basic data and preliminary layouts/sketches necessary to present design proposals to customers.

· Design new systems and equipment configurations for huddle spaces, training rooms, classrooms, auditoriums, boardrooms and any other customer area requirements.

· Develop Bid Specifications.

· Determine detailed schematic diagrams and cost analyses.

· Determine the amount of job-related labor.

· Responsible for generating comprehensive project description and State of Work, List of Materials, Drawings, etc.

· Provide additional documentation as required per project that may include page layouts, program files, Autocad drawings, etc.

· Participate in customer meetings where appropriate.

· Participate in Project Review at the conclusion of the assignment.

· Ensure the ability to speak to the actual cost vs. budgeted expenses, equipment charges, labor charges, etc.

· Develop Change Orders when needed in conjunction with Project Manager for product changes, job enhancements, additions, etc. Obtain proper approval on all Change Orders. · Ensure as-built documentation and Change Orders are complete and accurate.· R&D of new products that can improve our offering to our clients.· Responsible for proper audio integration.· Act as the subject matter expert for team as required.· Provide remote technical support for staff as required.· Actively participate in personal and professional develop. · Maintain knowledge of current and technologies.· Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills:

· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

· Three (3) years engineering experience in AV/Broadcasting design.

· Industry certifications such as CTS, CTS-D, BICSI.

· Possess excellent project management and time management skills.

· Excellent communicator and relationship builder in person, written, and via media calls.

· Must be comfortable working on ladders and on lifts as required.

· Ability to read and write schematics and architectural drawings.

· Strategic thinking with a keen eye to detail.

· Demonstrated strong leadership skills.

· Ability to work independently.

· Ability to analyze and resolve issues at a functional and strategic level.

· Advanced knowledge of manufacturers such as: Creston, Extron, Biamp, Z-Band, Panasonic.

· Ability to influence and engage others.

· Skilled in analyzing metrics and areas of improvement for efficiencies.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Audio Visual: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Richmond, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person