Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Summit Integrated Systems is a Colorado-based full service Audio Video Lighting integrator with an extensive national reach in the House of Worship industry. The System Design Engineer is responsible for creating and validating high-performance AVL system designs, ensuring seamless integration and alignment with project goals. This role involves transforming high-level designs into detailed construction documentation and providing technical support throughout the project lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Creates detailed AVL system designs for construction and installation using industry-standard CAD platforms that align with customer vision, are innovative in nature, and are efficient in implementation
- Engineer AVL system designs by validating system design concepts, employing both industry best practices and real-world application insights to ensure solutions are functional, technically sound, reliable, and optimized for long-term performance and scalability
- Creates design documentation, including layouts, elevations, schematics, wiring diagrams, details, custom plate designs, and other necessary documents. Generates installation documentation, including schematics, schedules, and wire pull sheets
- Verifies system design details with the client’s vendors (e.g., architects, engineers), covering aspects such as power, weight, heat loads, elevations, layouts, and infrastructure to confirm the accuracy of project scope, proposals, and parts lists
- Reviews system designs before sending them to internal Summit teams to ensure accuracy, confirm functionality, and validate that the design aligns with customer requirements
- Produces 3D models and performs 3D clash analysis to ensure all technical and construction elements are coordinated. Produce loudspeaker and acoustic models for design collaboration with the solution architect. Produce 3D renderings for use in sales environments and customer reviews
- Responsible for the startup, implementation, and commissioning of equipment to the manufacturer's specifications & system function expectations at the Summit HQ and on project sites as determined by project needs
- Provide technical remote support for projects through first use and for the first 30 days after project completion. Assists the Support team as a resource and technical expert for customers’ warranty ongoing and occasional weekend coverage
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Audio Engineering, Acoustics, Information Technology, AVL Technology or related field
- Equivalent work experience may be considered in place of formal education requirements
- OSHA 10 Certification (Summit may provide)
- 5+ years of experience in an AVL technical role, ideally within the House of Worship AVL industry. Experience in system implementation & operation
- Technical Experience with industry-standard tools for designing and configuring AVL systems
- On-Site Experience with installation or commissioning of projects
- Advanced ability with CAD/Vector based software platforms such as Vectorworks, AutoCAD, Sketchup, and/or Revit to produce detailed system design plans
- Able to read, write, spell and communicate effectively in English, ensuring clear and concise documentation and communication
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal. High attention to detail, organizational ability, and dependability
- Effective problem-solving and multitasking skills under deadlines
- Familiarity with professional AVL systems and church production environments
- Advanced math skills
- Ability to function in a high-paced and, at times, high-stress environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Displays empathy, intuition, and good judgment
- Dependable and organized, able to work independently while maintaining focus and attention to detail
- Strong ability to problem solve
- Video specialization
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Bonus opportunities
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