Audio Visual IT Engineer 3

AV IT Engineer

ILajolla, CA

Progress on your journey to success! ECLARO is currently recruiting for an AV IT Engineer in the ILajolla, CA area for one of our clients.

If you’re up to the challenge, then take a chance at this rewarding opportunity!

Position Overview:

• Reporting to the Vice Chancellor - Chief Financial Officer, Information Technology Services (IT Services) delivers Enterprise information technology services to the Client under the leadership of the campus Chief Information Officer (CIO).
• IT Services uses world-class services and technologies to empower Client’s mission to transform California and the world as a student-centered, research-focused, service-oriented public university.
• As a strategic member of the Client community, IT Services embraces innovation in its delivery of IT services, infrastructure, applications, and support.
• IT Services is customer-focused and committed to collaboration, continuous improvement, and accountability.
• The Enterprise Network group within ITS designs, implements and manages Client's networks focusing on wired / wireless data network operations, network architecture, installation and repair, voice and video, outside plant management, and telecom planning.
• The group includes Data Center Operations, Audio Visual Design and Installation, Media Event Services and Classroom Support which provides services for the Client campus, Scripps Institute of Oceanography and medical facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Applies extensive skills and knowledge and department / unit and location policies and procedures as a seasoned, experienced professional to create AV IT engineering plans and schematics for phases of projects.
• Create plans based on clients' needs aligning design with codes, regulations and AV IT engineering best practices.
• Assists in communicating to client and monitoring projects.
• Reviews budget estimates for projects.
• Reviews equipment lists for installations.
• Write program reports.
• AV Design & Engineering:
• Designs facilities and systems based on analysis of clients' needs, applicable codes and regulations and AV principles and best practices.
• Creates highly complex, detailed drawings and proposals for facilities and systems using modeling software including AV flow diagrams, schematics and AV infrastructure drawings.
• Assists in creating documentation, drawings and schematics needed by client to hire a third-party installation firm.
• Verifies phases or components of systems designed are installed to plan specifications and communicate assessment to client with suggested remediation if needed.
• Creates AV system line diagrams and coordinates with AutoCAD draftsman to create final design documentation.
• Responsible for finalizing and reviewing as-built documents.
• Typical drawings include AV connectivity, rack elevations, AV infrastructure, floor & ceiling plans, wall elevations, installation details, AV calculations, title blocks, and title sheets.
• Assembles product documentation.
• Perform assessment testing.
• Conducts product research and provides recommendations including approaches, trends, sources and uses that have a significant impact on individual or multiple departments.
• Assists in reviewing and estimating schedules and design costs including equipment, installation, labor, materials and other related costs.
• Assists in preparation of bid packages for outside contractors and conduct onsite bid walks.
• Understands and executes university standards and regulations.
• Manages a range of moderate to highly complex AV IT projects from initial client contact through design, engineering, final installation and system commissioning.
• Assists in responding to change requests, requests for information (RFI), submittals and other key project-related documents and reports.
• Reviews technical submittals from contractors to determine conformance to contract documents.
• Perform all project management tasks associated with the project from start to finish, which includes timely communications with the customer and all stakeholders.
• AV Repair and Maintenance:
• Troubleshoots malfunctions in emergency situations and performs emergency repairs at university locations such as classrooms and conference rooms.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, isolate, and repair malfunctioning in classrooms, lecture halls, computer labs, conference and seminar rooms. Inventory for all AV related problems, including emergency repairs.
• Equipment may include, but is not limited to, slide projectors, overhead projectors, camcorders, and tape recorders.
• Locate appropriate parts and vendors as needed for repairs.
• Repair equipment through vendors and manufacturers.
• Establish timelines for equipment return.
• Troubleshoot Crestron and Biamp issues as they arise.
• Adjust Crestron and Biamp programming according to needs and application.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• A strong knowledge of AV IT design and field implementation.
• strong creativity and problem-solving abilities to apply principles, practices and procedures within discipline to complete difficult assignments.
• Demonstrated ability to create AV flow diagrams, schematics and AV infrastructure drawings. Demonstrated skill and experience in creating AV system line drawings and creating design documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable codes and regulations and ability to provide technical advice based on sound understanding of AV principles and practice.
• Demonstrated experience managing phases of AV projects including obtaining scope, budget, planning, design, bid preparation, installation, inspection, testing and final walk through.
• Ability to test and operate installed AV IT equipment.
• Knowledge of audio, video and control systems as well as architectural and cabling requirements.
• Knowledge of electronics theory with emphasis on audio, video and communications circuitry, AV IT control systems and signal flow.
• Knowledge of acoustic design theory.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work with others from diverse backgrounds.
• Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills.
• Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines.
• CTS, CTS-D and CEDIA Installer certified or equivalent.
• Certification for Bi-Amp Audia and Tesira Programming plus one year of experience setting up and configuring Bi-Amp Audia equipment preferred.
• Certification in the professional installation of Crestron Programming plus 1 year of experience loading, testing, and debugging Crestron programming preferred.
• Demonstrated experience using AutoCAD 2023 and working with x-reference architectural backgrounds.
• Demonstrated knowledge of various computer software programs including, but not limited to, MS Office, Outlook, Project, Visio, Excel, and Word; Bi-Amp Audia / Nexia; Crestron Simple Windows / Vision Tools Pro; Smaart; and Ease.
• Advanced experience and skill in troubleshooting, diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing AV equipment in the field to the component level. This includes all basic projection equipment including, but not limited to, projectors (including LCD composite projectors), displays, control systems, video players and recorders, tape recorders, printers, broadcast quality cameras, document cameras, slide-to-video transfer devices, and whiteboards.
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in written form with staff, supervisors, students, and customers.
• Demonstrated competency with and commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.