Design Engineer

Responsibilities

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

The Job

This is an exciting opportunity for an Audio Visual Design Engineer to join our growing team in Zurich, Switzerland and play a key role in delivering innovative AV, collaboration and workplace technology solutions. Acting as a technical consultant to the sales team, you will produce functional system designs, block diagrams and equipment lists that support the development of customer proposals.

The Design Engineer transforms customer requirements into actionable solutions through system design, technical documentation and stakeholder engagement. Working closely with Account Managers and customers, you will identify requirements, assess risks and develop effective AV solutions that meet client objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Translate customer requirements into functional system designs
• Develop engineering and architectural drawings (RCP/Floor Plans), calculations and acoustic models
• Review pre-construction designs and technical documentation
• Assist with technical design, pricing and identification of project risks
• Generate functional system descriptions, schematics and block diagrams
• Identify cabling, connectivity and material requirements
• Design wall plates and user interface layouts
• Produce material and labour estimates for projects
• Provide engineering support to project delivery teams when required
• Obtain project sign-off and technical approvals as needed
• Act as a technical point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders
• Evaluate new technologies and vendor solutions
• Support post-sales technical consultation activities
• Travel to customer and project sites as required

You

Key Skills and Experience:

• Experience designing AV, UC, digital signage and smart workplace solutions
• Strong understanding of technologies such as Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms, Crestron, Q-SYS, Extron or similar platforms
• Experience producing technical drawings using AutoCAD, Visio or similar design tools
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, consultants and colleagues
• Strong business and technical writing skills
• Ability to identify and resolve complex system design challenges
• Strong computer and technical documentation skills
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities and meet deadlines
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel as required

Education and/or Experience

• Technical qualification, apprenticeship, diploma or degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, AV Technology or a related field preferred
• CTS or CTS-D certification would be advantageous
• A minimum of three years' experience in the AV industry, ideally within a design or engineering capacity
• Professional proficiency in English is essential. German and/or French language skills are highly desirable.

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.

AVI-SPL reserves the right to alter work hours and work location as necessary. Work hours may vary based on client requirements and may include travel to various locations in support of the account.