Associate Principal AV Designer

• Lead the design and development of AV systems, including sound reinforcement, video display, conferencing, digital signage, control systems, and networking infrastructure
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to junior AV designers and engineers
• Serve as primary client contact for AV scope on assigned projects, ensuring clarity of vision, schedule, and deliverables
• Develop detailed construction documents, device layouts, schematics, riser diagrams, equipment specifications, and system narratives
• Coordinate closely with architectural and MEP disciplines to ensure fully integrated AV solutions
• Oversee and perform system commissioning, site inspections, and field coordination
• Contribute to the advancement of best practices, design standards, and emerging AV technologies
• Participate in business development efforts, including proposal writing, client interviews, and scope development
• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and professional organizations as needed
• Travel within the United States

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 10 years of AV design experience in a consulting or engineering environment
• Expertise in AV systems design, signal flow, acoustics, and networking fundamentals
• Strong understanding of industry standards (e.g., AVIXA, ANSI/INFOCOMM, AES, IEEE)
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and AV design tools such as EASE, D-Tools, or similar
• Demonstrated leadership ability and team collaboration
• CTS-D or equivalent certification is strongly preferred
• A desire to creatively implement technologies into new and existing facilities
• A working knowledge of IT Networks
• Detail oriented
• Good organizational skills, flexible, and able to manage multiple deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present design ideas to clients
• Drafting experience in Revit
• A willingness to be a team player
• A customer-focused approach
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Competitive salary and benefits package