AV Design & Build Engineer

Grant Thornton is seeking an AV Design and Build Engineer to join the team in Tulsa, OK.

The AV Design and Build Engineer will play a crucial role in the planning, design, implementation, and maintenance of advanced audiovisual systems for a wide range of projects. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in AV systems design, integration, installation, along with excellent communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.

Your day-to-day may include:

• Collaborate with stakeholders, internal teams, and AV vendors to gather requirements and develop AV system designs that meet project objectives and budgetary approvals. 
• Design and engineer custom audiovisual solutions as required to meet specific client needs, including selecting appropriate AV equipment, creating schematics and diagrams, and developing detailed system specifications. 
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors for AV equipment and materials, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project schedules.
• Oversee the installation, configuration, and integration of AV systems, including displays, projectors, audio systems, control interfaces, and network infrastructure. 
• Conduct thorough testing and quality assurance procedures to verify system functionality and performance, and address any issues or deficiencies as needed.
• Provide training and technical support to end-users and project stakeholders, ensuring a smooth transition of operational use of AV systems.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in AV design and integration, and contribute to continues improvement initiatives within the organization.
• Maintain accurate documentation of AV system designs, configurations, and installation processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in AV system design, integration, and installation, preferably in a professional AV integration or consulting environment.
• Strong proficiency in AV design software tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, or Visio, as well as familiarity with industry standards and protocols (e.g., HDMI, Dante, HDBaseT).
• Extensive knowledge of audiovisual equipment, including displays, projectors, video processors, audio processors, DSPs, amplifiers, microphones, and control systems (e.g., Q-Sys, Crestron, Extron).
• Experience with AV system programing and scripting languages (e.g., Q-Sys, Crestron, SIMPL, Extron, GlobalScript) is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and coordinate resources effectively.
• Industry certifications such as CTS, CTS-D, or CTS-I are preferred.
• Ability to travel to project sites and work flexible hours as needed.