The ProAV Solutions Architect (Contractor) is a technical presales expert who gathers AV technical requirements, creates and validates Bills of Materials (BOMs), and supports Statements of Work (SOWs) for ProAV, Digital Signage, Pro Audio, and Collaborationadjacent solutions. The contractor will collaborate with sales, engineering partners, and delivery resources to ensure the proposed AV solution is technically sound, feasible, marginaligned, and matches longterm customer goals.
Primary Responsibilities:
1. Technical Discovery & Assessment
- Conduct ProAV assessments including needs validation, system architecture evaluation, optimization checks, and advisory.
- Gather technical requirements and translate them into solution components aligned to outcomes.
2. Solution Design & BOM Development
- Create and validate detailed Bills of Materials (BOM).
- Provide design oversight and recommendations.
- Ensure longterm alignment with customer goals.
3. SOW & Deliverables Support
- Lead technical review and validation of SOW content.
- Partner with integrators for scoping and technical alignment.
4. CustomerFacing Technical Engagement
- Deliver demos, technical briefings, and solution walkthroughs.
- Review BOM/SOW with customers.
5. Partner & CrossTeam Collaboration
- Maintain relationships with AV manufacturers and partners.
- Work with internal sales teams and integrators.
6. Process Alignment & Compliance
- Respond to assignments within SLA.
- Log required activities in Salesforce and other platforms.
Required Skills & Capabilities:
- Deep expertise in Audio Visual, Digital Signage, Pro Audio, Collaboration systems.
- Ability to translate customer needs into BOMs and SOW inputs.
- Strong presentation and communication skills.
- Familiarity with AV ecosystems.
Ideal Background & Experience:
- Handson AV architecture or engineering experience.
- Experience collaborating with integrators and delivery partners.
- Ability to produce technical documentation- nice to have
- Knowledge of AV standards and manufacturer practices.
Certification Preference:
- AVIXA CTS, CTSI, CTSD
- Salesforce experience
- Relevant manufacturer certifications.
Salary/ Rate: $55-70/hour (depends on experience level). This is a contract to hire position with candidates expected to work 40 hours/ week.
About Us
Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.
For more than 28 years, PTP has operated as a premier Information Technology (IT) staffing, consulting, and recruiting firm built on trust, long-term partnerships, and technical excellence.
Based in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge, IL, our team of more than 500 employees and consultants is dedicated to helping every client make the best hiring decisions possible.
As part of that commitment, we believe in providing clear information about how our hiring technologies work and how your data is used. The following section outlines our AI-assisted interview process and your rights as a candidate.
AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi Rebecca):
To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools including our proprietary platform Pete & Gabi Rebecca to support parts of the interview process. These tools help us:
- transcribe interviews,
- summarize candidate responses,
- generate job-related insights
- streamline communication and scheduling.
Please note that
- AI does NOT make hiring decisions.
- All decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.
- The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits.
- It is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.
If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.
Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent):
For certain positions, you may participate in:
- a technical interview
- a coding challenge
- a case study
- a client-specific assessment.
We will always explain what to expect in advance so you can prepare with confidence.
Human Review & Selection:
Every candidate s profile including interviews, conversations, and assessments is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.
AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.
Your Rights as a Candidate
At PTP, every candidate has the right to:
- Request a non-AI interview path
- Ask how your data is being used
- Request access to transcripts or interview recordings
- Request deletion of your AI-recorded interview
- Receive clear, timely communication
Our goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience
Our Commitment:
For more than 28 years, PTP has focused on putting people first candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.
We re committed to a hiring process that is:
- transparent
- compliant
- equitable
- powered by innovative technology that enhances not replaces human judgment.
Welcome to the future of hiring at Peterson Technology Partners.
We re excited to learn more about you
Equal Employment Opportunity
Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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