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M. C. Dean AV Design Engineer 3 - Tysons, VA in Tysons, Virginia
AV Design Engineer 3 - Tysons, VA
ID 11783
Location Tysons, VA
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Position Summary
You will be working with a dynamic team of system engineers responsible for design decisions, implementation, and programming in all areas of A/V Systems and the technical direction of multiple projects across multiple programs for operations. Responsibilities include designing the systems hardware and software framework for large complex resilient systems and formulating high-level architectural solutions to ensure implemented solutions meet stakeholder needs, standards, and performance requirements. Essential responsibilities and activities include but are not limited to:
Creating Drawing Packages and Bill of Materials in CAD.
Design, installation, configuration, integration programming and testing of complex videoconferencing and integrated audio/visual technologies (videoconferencing, control systems, displays, video walls and matrix systems, audio reinforcement systems, cameras, microphones, document cameras, streaming technologies, etc.) and A/V based collaboration technologies
Design, integration and configuration of audio/video systems with Crestron, AMX and Extron control systems
Conduct customer site surveys and provide sales engineering support, including collecting and recording detailed operational, functional and technical requirements, developing project scopes, and providing overall system costing for A/V projects
Design, integrate, test and troubleshoot various network and telecommunications systems including IP networks and ISDN networks
Understanding plans and specifications to identify the types and grades of materials and equipment needed to ensure compliance with project requirements
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of electrical plans, blueprint and drawings
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work
Develop test plans for complex AV control system programming and configuration of AMX, Crestron, and Extron control systems
Develop and conduct on-site user and administrative training for the installed integrated audio/visual systems
Position / Candidate Requirements
Active DoD Security clearance preferred ; must be eligible to obtain a Top Secret DoD security clearance.
US Citizenship required
Familiarity with IT, telecommunications, A/V and electrical equipment including related materials and specifications
Strong knowledge of videoconferencing standards
Experience reading and interpreting blueprints
Experience performing complex design/build and conceptual design practices
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment
Solid Microsoft Office Skills
AutoCAD experience, or experience drafting with a similar drafting software
Strong Oral, Written and Presentation Skills with the ability and experience communicating directly with executive leadership
Solid problem solving and consultative skills in a fast-paced environment
Education: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a Related Engineering Discipline
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with 5-7 years' OR Master's Degree in Engineering with 3-5 years' of progressive experience in the following:
Developing and implementing hardware and software solutions for data center and virtual infrastructure technologies
Demonstrated experience with developing cost estimates and work breakdown structures for the design and implementation of complex projects
Demonstrated experience performing technical cross-training/coaching of junior colleagues
Demonstrated background working with multidisciplinary teams
Demonstrated time management and organization skills to meet deadlines and quality objective
Ability to travel internationally up to 20% of the time
Abilities:
Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time
Sitting for extended periods of time
Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction
Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard
Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand
Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense
Identify and understand the speech of another person
Applicants for this position may be required to obtain or provide proof of flu shots or of other vaccinations depending on customer requirements and nature of the position or demonstrate a valid basis for exception.
EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled
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