AV Field Engineer

At CGI, we are constantly striving to improve and grow both personally and professionally. We put our customers first, and demand only the best. We are looking for those that share our passion. We currently have an immediate opening for an

A/V Field Engineer.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Perform onsite coordination, installation, programming, testing and verification for a variety of projects that include audio, video, broadcast cable, lighting, video production systems, networking, and control systems
• Assist in design, engineering, and production of the project design or construction documentation as required
• Understand A/V construction drawings to include floor plans, RCP's, room details, rigging details, riser diagrams, functional diagrams, and others as needed
• Provide onsite coordination of structural, BIM, MEP or other trades, and Life Safety requirements as required
• Continue to maintain technical capabilities and certifications in the following technical areas: networks, audio/video, and broadcast industries and technologies that support these diverse systems
• Assist with CAD related tasks as required to include creating project drawing or as-built packages, documentation and/or file management
• Perform service and warranty work as necessary, including system troubleshooting, problem identification, and correction.

PROJECT RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand project scope of work, equipment, specifications, and shop drawings
• Follow testing and verifications plans and generate reports per contract requirements
• Perform on site job visits to review installations, lead in system testing and verification, equipment configuration, system programming test out, system turn on, assist in acceptance and commissioning, and client training as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associates Degree in Audio, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or another related field - preferred.
• 3-7 years' experience in AV engineering, installation, operation, and control systems integration and commissioning
• AVIXA CTS certification, or CTS-I certification preferred
• OSHA 10 or 30 hour preferred

COMPENTENCIES:

• Thorough understanding of design, integration, and operation of Audio and Video systems
• Ability to read shop drawings, material lists, and documents that support the construction, and commissioning phases of a project
• Thorough understanding of network topology and protocols, including V-LAN's, QOS, Multicast, Unicast, and basic network terminology
• Experience in Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to assist others and communicate effectively in person and over the phone
• Ability to work on and navigate a construction site
• Ability to apply critical thinking and have a flexible schedule as needed to serve the client's needs

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• May require 20-60% travel.