WHO WE ARE

AVI-SPL is a digital enablement solutions provider who transforms how people and technology connect to elevate experiences, create new value, and enable organizations to thrive and grow. We are the largest provider of collaboration technology solutions, which include our award-winning managed services.

Our highly certified industry experts and innovation leaders share a vision to help people work smarter and live better. We believe that success starts with a sound team and that an inclusive and diverse workplace moves us all forward.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Provide leadership vision and management to the local engineering programming and CAD teams and act as strategic business member of the leadership team

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Build and lead an agile and responsive team responsible for any and all engineering programming and CAD inquires
• Develops and drive a culture of performance management and accountability
• Manage and resolve issues brought forth by the engineering team members
• Mentors and is engaged in the personal development of the engineering team to ensure ongoing growth of technical organizational and management skills.
• Regularly communicates by using but not limited to daily huddles with the engineering team to ensure consistency and to ensure timely and accurate completion of engineering tasks.
• Leads the engineering team with a positive attitude that is in alignment with teamwork mission and vision and values of the organization.
• Plans and implements engineering programs including defining project philosophy activities milestones and staff requirements in accordance with customer requirements.
• Assist in establishing departmental goals objectives an operating procedure
• Frequent spot checks of teams work to ensure accuracy and adherence to all company standards.
• Call and run lessons learned meetings as necessary.
• Review pre-construction design and documentation
• Assist with technical design pricing as needed
• Customer liaison for engineering inquires
• Meet with vendors/prospective vendors to help evaluate products
• Post sales project consultation
• Review project designs created by internal and external resources
• Review hour estimation for work based on needs analysis scope of work and bid requirements
• Identify special requirements for project including but not limited to: test equipment specialized tools rigging support
• Provide feedback to corporate and development management on process improvement opportunities and facilitate process improvement.
• Review / test audio DSP as required to ensure proper functionality as specified
• Monitor and ensure labor expenditures do not exceed department budget
• Manage internal activities that support client training
• Manage or facilitate field testing of integrated systems and training client on use
• Remain abreast of A/V advances in the field and be able to identify areas of use in the organization Translate customer requirements into functional system designs
• Create and maintain technical documentation in accordance with company guidelines
• Contribute to improving process workflows and maintaining system administration
• Maintain scheduling and resources for the department
• Other duties assigned as needed
• Travel to various job sites required

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Skills and Abilities

• Proven ability to significantly contribute toward or lead operation initiatives with a results oriented approach
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Proven ability to mentor, educate, and develop members of the team
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization
• Understanding of engineering aspects of audiovisual systems design and installation preferred
• Ability to motivate and effectively lead large project teams comprised of technical, administrative, and engineering personnel toward a common goal
• Understanding of construction project management applied to audiovisual projects
• Proficient with test and calibration equipment preferred
• Ability to work and think independently and ensuring to meet deadlines
• Must have clear and professional communication skills (written and oral) both internally and externally
• Demonstrated customer service focus and client communication skills

Education and/or Experience

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required. B.S, degree in Electrical/Computer
• Engineering, Computer Science or related field is preferred
• At least 10 years of A/V experience with 4 years of Engineering Management experience preferred
• Capability of managing multiple million dollar budget Integration projects simultaneously is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics and architectural blueprints preferred
• Experience operating in a complex matrix business environment is desirable
• Excellent PC skills, proficient in Microsoft applications including Microsoft Project

WHY YOU’LL LIKE WORKING HERE

• Medical benefits including dental
• Enjoyable and dynamic company culture
• Training and professional development opportunities

MORE ABOUT US

AVI-SPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. AVI-SPL is an AA/Disabled/Veteran Protected Employer VEVRAA Federal Contractor.