Audio Visual Design Engineer
Job Description
Austin-based Audio Visual Design Engineer role translating client intent into build-ready commercial AV system designs.
Responsibilities
- Design complete commercial AV systems for spaces such as conference rooms, boardrooms, training areas, and enterprise collaboration environments
- Produce AV signal flow diagrams, system drawings, and supporting documentation using Visio and/or CAD
- Review project scope, proposals, and kickoff inputs; clarify technical requirements and assumptions by asking the right questions
- Select AV equipment and define system architecture aligned with CTI standards, real-world constraints, and project budgets
- Coordinate with Sales, Project Managers, BIM/CAD teams, architects/consultants, IT, and electrical stakeholders to keep designs coordinated and buildable
- Provide technical direction and quality assurance on drawings so field teams can rely on what is documented
- Support execution with answers and adjustments including field/programming guidance, procurement clarifications/substitutions, and design updates driven by site conditions or product availability
Requirements
- 3+ years designing commercial AV systems (not entry-level, with strong signal flow skills)
- Strong experience creating AV documentation and drawings (signal flow, system drawings, Visio/CAD)
- Comfort selecting equipment and building solutions that are practical, buildable, and aligned to standards and budget
- Communication skills that support cross-team coordination and clear translation of technical details
- Collaborative, supportive work style with the ability to work independently when needed and ask strong questions
- Associate degree preferred (not required); attitude and aptitude matter
Tools & Technologies
- Visio
- CAD
- BIM/CAD
Benefits
- Culture focused on ideas and teamwork, with “fun is mandatory” and celebration of wins (big and small)
- Growth and learning opportunities
- Competitive base salary (DOE)
- Employer-matched medical, prescription, and dental insurance (available after 60 days)
- Employer matched 401K up to 3% (after 6 months)
- Bonus eligibility based on an results-oriented incentive plan (after 3 months)
- Graduated PTO program, all major holidays off, plus three floating holidays available on day one
- Special gifts for significant life events including marriage, birth of a child, and buying a house
- Cell phone reimbursement plan
- Long-Term and Short-Term Disability with 100% paid by CTI
- Life Insurance 100% paid by CTI
What Success Looks Like
- Clean installs with minimal rework and fewer “uh-oh” moments on the jobsite
- Clear, accurate documentation the field can trust
- Projects that meet client expectations, CTI standards, and budget
- Strong collaboration across Sales, PMs, BIM/CAD, and field teams while contributing to CTI’s team culture
Company & Role Context
- CTI has been a leading Audio Visual provider since 1988
- CTI’s people-focused approach supports a collaborative and lively working environment
- Creative atmosphere supports delivery of quality, high-end Audio Visual and Conference Solutions