Audio Video Engineer Level II (Field)

You are the type of leader who wants to push the boundaries of collaboration technology in defining and shaping Enterprise clients in government and corporate spaces. Bridges System Integration (Bridges SI) is a thought leader with a reputation for deploying emerging technologies focusing on quality, security, and predictability. Bridges SI has built a reputation amongst Washington DC's most prominent institutions for being a technology partner on which to depend.

Bridges SI seeks a field audio-video engineer to continue developing our growth and prestige.

This position reports directly to the Engineering Manager, and he is expected to be a contributing member of the Engineering Team.

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate the operation, maintenance, repair, and testing of equipment and systems in the field installations.
• Analyze contractual commitments, customer specifications, design changes, and other data to plan and develop program activities throughout the project life cycle.
• Coordinate and perform the design, testing, and installation of equipment and systems in field installations.
• Work with control system programmers to finalize GUI and control system programming.
• Write Digital Signal Processing (DSP) files for audio-visual systems.
• Load firmware, device software, control code, and setup & commission systems.
• Oversee and conduct tests to evaluate hazards.
• Coordinate the preparation of detailed AV engineering packages, including specifications, drawings, and technical documents for the client.
• Provide planning and coordination of work activity and training of technical staff.
• To perform engineering tasks, utilize computer-assisted engineering and design (AutoCAD) and Bluebeam software and equipment.
• Provide advice and guidance towards resolving problems and meeting performance and financial objectives
• May lead or coordinate complex task/project teams of in-house or onsite technical personnel
• Implement quality AV technology solutions to ensure effective and economical support for products, systems, or equipment.
• Participate in studies to identify alternative design approaches and implications for developing innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Devise and conduct appropriate tests to evaluate, debug, and verify system performance/ functionality for customer signoff/project acceptance
• Document the results of complex analysis and design tasks.
• Capture redlines for system drawings to generate As-Build documentation.
• Participate in preparing information regarding the design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and project time.
• Report to Bridges SI office and customer sites for the commissioning of systems as required

• 4-year degree in engineering or computer science or equivalent specialized AV technical training and experience
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in designing, installing, setting up, and testing complex AV systems
• Demonstrated skills and understanding of engineering AV technologies and environments, including projection displays, video teleconferencing, complex audio systems, control systems, and switching systems
• AVIXA (formerly InfoComm International) Certified Technology Specialist – Design (CTS-D)
• Requires travel up to 50%, most projects are within the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) areas. May require out-of-town travel.

• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) including Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k Plan
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Service and Recognition Rewards
• Referral Program
• Family-friendly Company Events
• Work-life balance advocation

We're different –

Bridges SI provides a small-business family environment that is recognized as being a creative problem-solving technology advocate. We develop unique design-build solutions that challenge industry standards. We are obsessed with quality, innovation, and customer loyalty. While we have the stability of an organization that celebrated many years, we are as agile and curious as our first day. Our incredibly talented multi-discipline team includes in-house expertise for every facet of collaboration. At Bridges SI, you can directly impact a Government agency or large Enterprise's performance with innovative solutions that expand from traditional audiovisual offerings.

Bridges System Integration, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Disability/Vets Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender, identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.