AV Engineer 3 in Stuttgart bei M C Dean Inc

Position Summary

You will be working with a dynamic team of system engineers responsible for design decisions, implementation, and programming in all areas of A/V Systems and the technical direction of multiple projects across multiple programs for operations. Responsibilities include designing the systems hardware and software framework for large complex resilient systems and formulating high-level architectural solutions to ensure implemented solutions meet stakeholder needs, standards, and performance requirements. Essential responsibilities and activities include but are not limited to:

• Design, installation, configuration, integration programming and testing of complex videoconferencing and integrated audio/visual technologies (videoconferencing, control systems, displays, video walls and matrix systems, audio reinforcement systems, cameras, microphones, document cameras, streaming technologies, etc.) and A/V based collaboration technologies

• Design, integration and configuration of audio/video systems with Crestron, AMX and Extron control systems

• Conduct customer site surveys and provide sales engineering support, including collecting and recording detailed operational, functional and technical requirements, developing project scopes, and providing overall system costing for A/V projects

• Design, integrate, test and troubleshoot various network and telecommunications systems including IP networks and ISDN networks

• Understanding plans and specifications to identify the types and grades of materials and equipment needed to ensure compliance with project requirements

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of electrical plans, blueprint and drawings

• Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work

• Develop complex AV control system programming and configuration of AMX, Crestron, and Extron control systems

• Develop and conduct on-site user and administrative training for the installed integrated audio/visual systems

Position / Candidate Requirements

• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information

• The ability to obtain Interim Secret Clearance within 90 days of hiring; Active DoD security clearance preferred (Secret)

• Experience with IT and/or telecommunications projects

• Certified Crestron and AMX Programmer preferred

• Demonstrated experience designing and programming Jupiter, Extron, Tandberg, Polycom, Crestron, Lutron, and corresponding hardware and software infrastructure

• Familiarity with IT, telecommunications, A/V and electrical equipment including related materials and specifications

• Strong knowledge of videoconferencing standards

• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints

• Experience performing complex design/build and conceptual design practices

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment

• Solid Microsoft Office Skills

• Visio skills a must, AutoCAD a plus

• Strong Oral, Written and Presentation Skills with the ability and experience communicating directly with executive leadership

• Solid problem solving and consultative skills in a fast-paced environment

• Must successfully pass a background check and drug screening after offer extended

• Must have a valid passport

• Experience in the installation, programming, troubleshooting AND engineering of videoconferencing and integrated A/V technologies vs years of Education matrix requirement:

• Education: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a Related Engineering Discipline

• Bachelor's Degree with 5-7 years' OR Master's Degree with 3-5 years' of progressive experience in the following:

• Developing and implementing hardware and software solutions for data center and virtual infrastructure technologies

• Demonstrated experience with developing cost estimates and work breakdown structures for the design and implementation of complex projects

• Demonstrated experience performing technical cross-training/coaching of junior colleagues

• Demonstrated background working with multidisciplinary teams

• Demonstrated time management and organization skills to meet deadlines and quality objective

• Ability to travel internationally up to 25% of the time