AV Design Engineer

*NOT OPEN TO C2C OR W2 REFERRALS AT THIS TIME*Position: AV Design EngineerLocation: Tysons, VAClearance: Secret (OR willingness to obtain, U.S. citizenship required)QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a Related Engineering Discipline with 5+ years' progressive experience in the following:Developing and implementing hardware and software solutions for data center and virtual infrastructure technologiesDemonstrated 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 colleaguesDemonstrated background working with multidisciplinary teamsDemonstrated time management and organization skills to meet deadlines and quality objectiveAbility to travel, including internationally, up to 20% of the timeFamiliarity with IT, telecommunications, A/V and electrical equipment including related materials and specificationsStrong knowledge of videoconferencing standardsExperience reading and interpreting blueprintsExperience performing complex design/build and conceptual design practicesDemonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environmentAutoCAD experience, or experience drafting with a similar drafting softwareStrong Oral, Written and Presentation Skills with the ability and experience communicating directly with executive leadershipSolid problem solving and consultative skills in a fast-paced environmentResponsibilitiesDesigning 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 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 technologiesDesign of audio/video systems with Crestron, AMX and Extron control systemsConduct 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 projectsDesign and test and troubleshoot various network and telecommunications systems including IP networks and ISDN networksUnderstanding plans and specifications to identify the types and grades of materials and equipment needed to ensure compliance with project requirementsKnowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of electrical plans, blueprint and drawingsDeveloping specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish workDevelop test plans for complex AV control system functional acceptance tests of AMX, Crestron, and Extron control systemsDevelop and conduct on-site user and administrative training for the installed integrated audio/visual systems