Audio/Visual Engineer

Information Technology Irvine, California


Description

Position at Glidewell Dental

Essential Functions:                                                         
  • Manages, coordinates, and establishes priorities for audio/visual projects including but not limited to scheduling, end-user coordination, equipment installation or coordination, documentation, and configuration. Provides direction and guidance to project team members and monitors results.
  • Manages inventory of equipment and supplies. Determines equipment to purchase for projects. Develops cost estimates and establishes budgets for projects.  
  • Researches and implements best practices to resolve equipment issues.
  • Develops and manages audio and video plans for events.
  • Programs Crestron audio/video systems.
  • Creates and implements easy-to-use GUI (1 button push to start).
  • Programs simple to complex audio/video control systems using proprietary software.
  • Troubleshoots and fixes programming issues with existing control systems.
  • Conducts installations and collaborates with construction team if required.
  • Designs and implements innovative ideas for smart home automation technologies.
  • Configures Internet Protocol (IP) camera to appropriate Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN).
  • Develops and implements digital signage solutions.
  • Integrates face recognition with access control systems. 
  • Designs, engineers, installs, and programs video wall systems.
  • Configures Security Digital Video Recorders (DVR) and Network Video Recorders (NVR).
  • Designs and studies blueprints, schematics, manuals, wiring diagrams, and other specifications to determine design and installation procedures.
  • Identifies the strengths and weaknesses of multiple systems for the design; plans or modifies designs to minimize waste of materials; designs easy access for future maintenance and design with cost mitigation.
  • Manages AV hardware and software to ensure equipment preparation for projects.
  • Operates the master controls of the AV system during events.
  • Maintains and troubleshoots hardware and software.
  • Manages AV equipment including storage, transport, assembly, and disassembly. 
  • Develops and maintains AV equipment user guides.
  • Performs other related duties and projects as business needs require at the direction of management.
Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Digital Media or Audio Visual, a plus.
  • Must have a valid California Driver's License 
  • Seven (7) years of experience in alarm or video security installation and AV installation.
  • Experience in IP CCTV, Access Control, Alarm Tech, and Installation, a plus
  • Hands-on experience with commercial AV products such as Creston, Extron, Biamp, Shure, QSC, Samsung, LG, Epson, Vaddio, Logitech, Poly, and Cisco. 
  • Experience with equipment racks and cable management.
  • Basic understanding of Audio DSP concepts. 
  • Video over IP systems preferred.
  • Familiarity with low-voltage installation best practices and safety standards. 
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team in fast-paced construction environments.
  • Proficiency with basic hand and power tools used in AV installation. 
  • Avixia CTS or CTS-I certification preferred.
  • Occasional travel required.

Pay Range: $85,000.00 - 110,000.00/yr

Glidewell is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veteran status.

Note to Current employees: Please apply through Employee Transfer Application to complete the transfer request form.