Virginia Tech · 3 months ago
Audio Engineer
Blacksburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$0/yr - $72K/yr
4+ years expVirginia Tech is a comprehensive land-grant institution dedicated to knowledge and creativity. They are seeking a lead audio engineer for the Classroom AV Services department to research, design, and deploy audio solutions, ensuring peak quality for audio systems and assisting in AV installations for various projects and live events.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Act as the lead audio engineer for the Classroom AV Services department
Research, design, and deploy audio solutions that meet the needs of the spaces serviced by Classroom AV Services
Act as the main DSP programmer for the department and ensure that all audio systems are of peak quality at all times
Assist in the installation of AV systems with a focus on the audio solutions of the project
Be the main audio technician for any live events supported by the department including the Board of Visitors meetings
Act as a Tier 3 Technician to Tier 1 and 2 support staff for the department
Troubleshoot any issues reported by staff and find a resolution to the issue ASAP
Swap out faulty products with working units and test the system for full functionality
Track all issues and work performed within the department’s ticketing system
Reflect any product inventory updates in the department’s asset management solution
Qualification
Required
Several years experience in the AV industry
Experience with installed audio solutions
Experience with live audio production
Experience with programming audio DSPs from QSC (Q-Sys) and BiAmp
Basic knowledge of AV signal flow
Working knowledge of Dante, AES67, gain structure, acoustics, RF frequencies, and equalization strategies
Demonstrated ability in troubleshooting AV components and systems
Experience with various web-conferencing, live streaming, and lecture capture applications/hardware
Ability to operate comfortably in high stress environments
Demonstrated ability work within a team and independently to achieve goals
Must be able to move or lift a minimum of 50 pounds
Must be able to work from ladders or scaffolding as required
Valid driver's license
Preferred
Experience in higher education
Experience providing rapid and effective support to end users
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form
Experience with Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android computer systems
Experience documenting issues and resolutions through a ticketing system
Vast experience with product inventory systems
Construction experience
Managerial experience
Understanding of IP network infrastructure, setup, and management
Experience with Shure Wireless Workbench
Industry certifications are preferred
Avixa – CTS, CTS-I, CTS-D
Crestron
QSC
Dante
Other manufacturer certifications
Company
Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech is a public research university that offers a range of academic programs and conducts research across various fields.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$24.09MKey Investors
Virginia Innovation Partnership CorporationNational Institute of Food and AgricultureAppalachian Regional Commission
2025-01-16Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.59M
2024-02-15Grant· $0.45M
Leadership Team
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Steven McKnight
Vice President for Strategic Alliances
David Raymond
Associate Vice President for Security and Identity
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