Continua Interiors · 1 month ago
Audio Visual Field Engineer
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$38/hr - $47.80/hr
3+ years expContinua Interiors is dedicated to transforming work, learning, and healing environments through innovative audio-visual solutions. The Audio Visual Field Engineer will be responsible for programming and configuring audio DSP systems, ensuring quality control, and providing client training on integrated AV systems.
ArchitectureInterior Design
Responsibilities
Proficient in Audio DSP & Microphone Programming, Teams & Zoom Room Systems
Configure AV Solutions Documented in SOW
Network Proficiency
Commission and Final Testing
Final Documentation
Train and Support
Program Audio DSP systems to integrate microphones, speakers, and audio conferencing
Configure Team/Zoom/Google codecs and video conferencing camera systems
Responsible for ensuring proper installation of integrated systems, quality control of AV infrastructure, testing and final calibrations
Interface with clients to include demonstration of new system operations, and client training
Commission AV systems, troubleshoot and optimize, including final testing and turnover of integrated systems to clients
Independently program large scale projects both audio and video
Develop and write test reports with a working understanding of testing equipment
Maintain clean and safe worksite
Attend a variety of internal meetings and customer meetings as required
Promote quality improvement to enhance the services provided to clients
Stay up to date with current technologies and industry software
Maintain confidentiality and discretion with client list and information
Train and support Field Engineers and Technicians on assigned projects
Work with the client’s Break-Fix team to troubleshoot and resolve AV issues at their facilities
Travel nationally - 40% - may be higher initially while we grow the local market. Weekend work - historically low levels but potential travel days. Travel to other clients’ locations may vary
Qualification
Required
Proficient in Audio DSP & Microphone Programming, Teams & Zoom Room Systems
Configure AV Solutions Documented in SOW
Network Proficiency
Commission and Final Testing
Final Documentation
Train and Support
Program Audio DSP systems to integrate microphones, speakers, and audio conferencing
Configure Team/Zoom/Google codecs and video conferencing camera systems
Responsible for ensuring proper installation of integrated systems, quality control of AV infrastructure, testing and final calibrations
Interface with clients to include demonstration of new system operations, and client training
Commission AV systems, troubleshoot and optimize, including final testing and turnover of integrated systems to clients
Independently program large scale projects both audio and video
Develop and write test reports with a working understanding of testing equipment
Maintain clean and safe worksite
Attend a variety of internal meetings and customer meetings as required
Promote quality improvement to enhance the services provided to clients
Stay up to date with current technologies and industry software
Maintain confidentiality and discretion with client list and information
Train and support Field Engineers and Technicians on assigned projects
Work with the client's Break-Fix team to troubleshoot and resolve AV issues at their facilities
Travel nationally - 40% - may be higher initially while we grow the local market
Weekend work - historically low levels but potential travel days
3+ years as Field Engineer or Conferencing Audio DSP Programmer (Q-SYS and/or Biamp preferred)
Proven ability to commission commercial AV and train clients on system function
Knowledge of installation of products such as ceiling/wall mounted speakers, displays, cameras, cabling infrastructure, AV racks, wall plates and interfaces (audio, video, control, and networking)
Experience with Managed Platforms (Crestron XiO Cloud, etc.)
Knowledge of terminations including, but not limited to, audio, video, control, and network connectors
Ability to understand schematics and utilize diagnostics
Excellent Verbal & Written Communication
Valid driver's license and insurable driving record required
Physical ability to lift 50lbs, squat, kneel and climb ladders from 8-12 ft
Comfortable working in ceilings and tight spaces
Exhibit Continua's Core Values
Preferred
CTS and CTS-I Certification Preferred
Q-SYS level 2 and/or Biamp Advanced Training preferred
Experience deploying and troubleshooting Crestron Flex System MTR and Zoom room kits
Working knowledge of Shure audio equipment and programming preferred
Intermediate understanding video signal flow
Experience with conferencing camera systems: Yealink, Vaddio, QSC, Aver, 1Beyond, Cisco, Polycom preferred
Ability to load Crestron code to processors, troubleshoot Crestron systems and working knowledge of Crestron Toolbox
Experience working with networked audio, PTP management and Dante controller
Experience with video switching systems: Crestron etc
Benefits
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%)
Company
Continua Interiors
Continua Interiors provides integrated workplace solutions, furniture, audio-visual systems, and architectural elements services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase