AV VC Presales Engineer

Role Overview: As an AV Pre-Sales Engineer, your role will involve supporting the full lifecycle of audio-visual (AV) projects. This includes client consultations, solution proposals, system design, technical documentation, and ensuring seamless transitions from concept to execution. You will collaborate with clients, sales teams, engineers, and project managers to deliver innovative AV solutions tailored to client needs. Key Responsibilities: - Collaborate with the sales team to understand client objectives, gather requirements, and offer expert AV recommendations. - Conduct site surveys, feasibility studies, and client meetings to assess project scope and technical challenges. - Translate client needs into detailed functional and technical specifications. - Design customized AV solutions incorporating audio, video, control systems, and integration technologies. - Develop system layouts, schematics, and equipment specifications using tools like AutoCAD, Visio, or Revit. - Prepare compelling proposals, bill of materials (BOM), and cost estimates aligned with client budgets and expectations. - Deliver live demos, technical presentations, and proof-of-concept trials to clients. - Provide technical support during installation and commissioning to ensure designs are implemented correctly. - Produce accurate and detailed design documents, schematics, as-built drawings, and user manuals. - Validate that designs meet client requirements, safety regulations, and AV industry standards. - Provide technical support post-installation, addressing client concerns or system optimization needs. - Stay current with emerging AV technologies, integration methods, and design trends. - Contribute to whitepapers, brochures, case studies, and technical marketing content. Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Audio-Visual Technology, Systems Integration, or a related field. - 3-5 years of experience in AV pre-sales, system design, integration, or related technical fields. - Proficiency in AV design and visualization tools such as AutoCAD, Visio, Revit, and D-tools. - Deep understanding of AV control platforms (e.g., Crestron, Q-SYS, AMX, Extron), Poly, Cisco, Logitech conferencing technologies, signal routing, and display/audio systems. - Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, exceptional presentation and proposal-writing skills, analytical thinking with strong attention to detail. Additional Details: The company values flexibility, occasional travel for site visits, client meetings, and system commissioning, as well as the ability to work outside standard hours based on project or client needs. The role involves a split between office work, client engagement, and on-site support.,