System Engineer

Overview

PRG is the world’s leading provider of services and solutions in entertainment and live events. Every day, we turn the creative vision of our customers into production and technical reality, deepening their connection to their audiences.   What sets us apart are our people. No other company in our industry has such a deep and diverse bench of talent, working across theatre, TV, film, music, corporate events, equipment rental and more. With over 250 patents and registered trademarks, PRG is defined by innovation. And through our network of 38 offices spanning five continents, we can deliver for our customers anywhere around the globe.

Responsibilities

A System Engineer is responsible in shop and on site for assembling and managing systems.  They may be the lead engineer on a small or a medium size show. They are expected to stay current on all equipment and training as necessary. 

 

Essential functions

• Must be able to assist any position as needed to ensure exceptional client experience.
• Ensuring that business goals, deadlines and performance standards are met
• Accomplishes department objectives by organizing and monitoring work processes while maintaining safety standards.
• Understanding of and Compliance with Company Policies 

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Operating knowledge of related systems required
• Ability to build and execute system designs
• Ability to engineer small to medium size shows on site
• Needs to be a team player and assist any position as needed
• 5 years engineering experience
• Knowledge of all related office systems (Microsoft Office suite)

Required education and experience

• 5 years of Industry related Project management and co-ordination experience
• 2 years of post-secondary education preferred
• Working knowledge and understanding of entertainment technology and equipment
• Understanding of entertainment design principles and practices
• Attention to detail, proficiency in math, and experience using AutoCAD/Vectorworks, MS Office

Physical demands

• Regularly lift and/or move objects 10-50Ibs, occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 pounds.
• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Specific vision abilities for this job may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust and focus, with or without the use of glasses or contact lenses.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to follow spots and moving lights, loud noises, fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration.
• May be required to operate motor vehicles and load/unload trucks
• Must be able to work in various weather and temperature conditions to include extreme heat, humidity and cold.

Travel required

• Travel required to on-site systems and facilities; Travel expected approximately 50% of the time
• Must have valid Passport
• Must have valid Driver’s License

EEO and Disclosure

PRG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PRG is a drug-free work environment, pre-employment testing will be required.

This is a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug screening.

 

Production Resource Group LLC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

 

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