Audio Visual Design Engineer in Chicago

Through our offering of furniture, walls, and audio-visual solutions, Continua Interiors is on a mission to transform the way people work, learn and heal across the Midwest. Continua places great importance on fostering a supportive work environment that values culture, community, and connection with both team members and clients.

OUR CORE VALUES

• Strive To Be Great
• Do Hard Things
• Stronger Together
• Own It

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• AV System Design
• AV Proposal Creation
• AV System Installation Support
• Accuracy
• Time Management

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

• Collaborating with sales team to create timely and accurate proposals.
• Working closely with potential partners and customers in the design and development of AV solutions.
• Conducting site surveys to gather the information necessary to create accurate proposals.
• Producing comprehensive system designs and documentation (bill of materials, scope of work, equipment rack layout, budgets/estimation etc.).
• Supporting the design process as needed with pre-sale drawings/modeling/documentation.
• Attending customer meetings as required.
• Working closely with AV Drafters to support them in creating system drawings and documentation (AV plans, elevations, schematics, cabling schedules, etc.).
• Collaborating with project managers and installers to ensure successful installation of designed systems.
• Protecting the confidentiality of information, including customer list and interactions within areas of own position responsibilities.

WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE:

• Technical experience or BS degree in related field.
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in the Audio-Visual field.
• AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Must have knowledge of the following products/concepts, including but not limited to: Extron, Crestron, Cisco/Polycom/Lifesize VTC Systems, Poly, Biamp, QSC, Shure MXA, Dante & AES67 standards.
• Experience with Windows OS and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with D-Tools, preferred but not required.
• Ability to read Crestron, AMX and Extron code preferred but not required.
• Ability to read construction documents to inform AV design decisions related to building construction and infrastructure.
• Knowledge of installation methods and products, such as ceiling/wall mounted speakers, displays, cameras, cabling infrastructure, AV racks, wall plates and interfaces (audio, video or control), and microphones (ceiling, table, wired or wireless).
• Knowledge of terminations, including but not limited to audio, video and control connectors.
• Understanding of Network Topology.
• Time management skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks with overlapping deadlines.
• Ability to professionally communicate and engage with vendors, partners, and customers in-person and via audio/video conference.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and processes.
• Commitment to maintaining an expert level of knowledge regarding existing and emerging AV technologies.
• Commitment to seek out training and certifications that are beneficial for personal and professional growth.
• Ability to travel up to 10%, as needed.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. This position may require travel between offices, jobsites, and/or client locations, which may involve extended periods of sitting or standing, lifting light luggage, and adapting to different time zones.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE:

• A State-of-the-Art Facility with incredible technology throughout and a multitude of workspaces at your disposal.
• Use the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) methodology to provide tools to help individuals and teams achieve goals, growth, and improvement.
• Quarterly All Company Meetings.
• Community Service opportunities.
• Company social hours.
• Ability to use your talents and strengths to make a positive impact.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

The hiring compensation range for this position is a base salary of $80,000-$112,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and location, as well as internal equity and market considerations.

Benefits available in this position include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Company paid Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance.
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
• HSA, DCA and FSA options available.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• 401k Match (50% of every 1% up to 4%).

DISCLOSURES:

Notice: The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their manager.

Notice: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Continua is a drug-free workplace. Continua is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.