A financial firm is looking for an AV Engineer to join their team in New York, NY.

Compensation: $150k

Responsibilities:

Systems Design and Planning:

• Develop comprehensive A/V system designs based on user requirements and by room types (Conference Rooms, Digital Signage Systems, Production Studios).
• Work with the Head of A/V, create detailed schematics, layouts, and documentation to establish A/V Standards across the fleet.
• Evaluate and recommend scalable A/V technologies and components.

Project Implementation:

• Support A/V projects from conception to completion, ensuring A/V room design is implemented based on firm A/V standards.
• Oversee the configuration of A/V systems, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
• Conduct system testing, commissioning, and quality assurance checks.

Technical Support and Troubleshooting:

• Provide Tier 3 support for Zoom platform administration including Zoom meeting, phone, and room.
• Provide Tier 3 Microsoft Office 365 administration including Teams, room, and equipment resources.
• Provide Tier 3 technical support and troubleshooting for A/V systems.
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, coordinating with manufacturers and vendors as needed.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all A/V systems and configurations.

Engagement and Training:

• Provide leadership for the A/V Engineering team, ensuring alignment with A/V organizational goals
• Collaborate with A/V, IT, Workplace Services teams to understand end user needs and propose suitable A/V solutions.
• Conduct end user demonstrations and presentations to showcase A/V system capabilities.
• Train internal staff in the operation and maintenance of A/V systems.

Continuous Improvement and Innovation:

• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in A/V.
• Recommend and implement improvements to enhance system performance and user experience.
• Contribute to the development of A/V standards and protocols within the organization.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in A/V systems design, installation, and support
• Experience with drafting A/V drawings in AutoCAD
• Experience with Bluebeam and/or Vector Works and Visio
• Strong Knowledge of A/V collaboration software such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams
• Strong Knowledge of A/V networking
• Proven experience in managing A/V design cycles from start to finish
• Strong knowledge of A/V systems and components, including displays, projectors, sound systems, digital signage, and control systems
• Fundamental understanding of A/V system schematics, layouts, and documentation
• Experience with A/V system installation and configuration
• Strong troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving A/V system issues
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Able to collaborate effectively with clients and internal teams
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Relevant certifications such as AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) or equivalent is required
• Advanced certifications such as AVIXA CTS-D (Design) or CTS-I (Installation) or equivalent is required
• Ability to stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies
• Ability to recommend and implement innovative solutions to enhance system performance and user experience