AV Project Engineer - Atlanta, GA
AV Project Engineer
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced AV Project Engineer to support the technical design, planning, and delivery of professional audiovisual projects across the Atlanta market.
The AV Project Engineer will translate client requirements and approved designs into detailed technical documentation, system drawings, equipment specifications, and installation plans. Working closely with sales, project management, programming, installation, and commissioning teams, this individual will ensure each system is technically accurate, buildable, and delivered to the required standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Review project scopes, proposals, contracts, drawings, and client requirements.
- Develop detailed AV system designs, signal-flow diagrams, rack elevations, cable schedules, and equipment layouts.
- Produce and maintain technical drawings, schematics, bills of materials, and project documentation.
- Conduct site surveys and identify infrastructure, power, networking, acoustic, and installation requirements.
- Validate equipment selections and ensure system components are technically compatible.
- Coordinate with architects, consultants, general contractors, electricians, IT teams, and other project stakeholders.
- Support project managers with technical planning, scheduling, procurement, and risk management.
- Provide technical guidance to installation teams throughout the project lifecycle.
- Review submittals, change orders, and requests for information.
- Troubleshoot technical issues during installation, testing, and commissioning.
- Ensure systems meet the approved design, client expectations, industry standards, and applicable codes.
- Assist with system testing, quality control, commissioning, and final project handover.
- Maintain accurate documentation and communicate design changes to all relevant teams.
Required Experience
- Previous experience in AV engineering, system design, project engineering, or a similar technical position.
- Strong knowledge of commercial audio, video, control, conferencing, networking, and signal-distribution systems.
- Experience producing detailed AV drawings and technical documentation.
- Understanding of AV-over-IP, DSP, control systems, video conferencing, displays, projection, and collaboration technology.
- Ability to read architectural, electrical, mechanical, and construction drawings.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and technical priorities simultaneously.
- Willingness to travel to client and project sites throughout the Atlanta area.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or comparable design software.
- Familiarity with platforms and manufacturers such as Crestron, Extron, Q-SYS, Biamp, Shure, Cisco, Microsoft Teams Rooms, and Zoom Rooms.
- CTS, CTS-D, manufacturer certifications, or relevant technical qualifications.
- Experience working on corporate, education, government, healthcare, hospitality, or commercial projects.
- Knowledge of construction processes, project documentation, and commissioning standards.
What We're Looking For
- A technically strong engineer who can turn a concept into a practical, buildable AV solution.
- Someone who communicates effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- A detail-oriented professional who takes ownership of system accuracy and project quality.
- A collaborative team member who can support projects from initial design through commissioning and handover.
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