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WAVE · 1 day ago

Field Engineer

Mint Hill, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

WAVE is a company specializing in acoustical design, system design, stage lighting, video, and broadcast system design. The Field Engineer will support design, engineering, and installation teams by ensuring systems are prepared, verified, and commissioned, while also managing smaller-scale projects.

BroadcastingMedia and Entertainment

Growth Opportunities

Hiring Manager

Chelsea Vanacore

Responsibilities

Assist Engineering with preparation and testing of engineered systems prior to shipment

Load and verify firmware, DSP files, console show files, and network configurations

Confirm all equipment aligns with engineering documentation and bill of materials

Identify potential issues early and coordinate with engineering to resolve discrepancies

Perform on-site verification of installed engineering systems and subsequent connectivity to ensure conformance to engineered plans, prior to commissioning

Document and report issues to be addressed prior to Engineering return for on-site commissioning activities

Commission AVL systems including audio tuning, networking, DSP programming, console configuration, video routing, projection systems, camera setup, lighting systems, and control processors

Perform system testing and validation to ensure full functionality and alignment with design intent

Train clients and end users on system operation

Document final system configuration and update engineering files as required

Assist on smaller projects that do not require full engineering development

Create basic documentation, drawings, and system layouts when needed

Manage project timelines, coordinate installation crews, and ensure systems meet WAVE standards

Serve as the primary technical point of contact for the client

Qualification

AVL integrationAudio consolesDSP programmingSignal flow understandingTroubleshooting skillsClient facing skillsCommunication

Required

Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in AVL integration, production, or system engineering

Strong working knowledge of audio consoles, DSPs, networked audio, video switching and routing, cameras, projection, LED walls, lighting systems, and control networks

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, signal flow diagrams, and construction documents

Confident troubleshooting skills and a calm, solutions based approach in the field

Strong communication and client facing skills

Willingness to travel as required for projects