Audio Visual Systems Engineer

Requisition Number: S5033P

Home Org Name: Office of Information Technology

Division Name: CIO Information Technology

Job Class Code: MA61/MA62

Appointment Status: Full-time

Limited Term: No

Job Summary

Auburn University is seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Audio Visual (AV) Systems Engineer to join our team. This role is primarily responsible for the design and implementation of advanced audio visual (AV) systems across campus facilities. The successful candidate will collaborate with architects, designers, and end users to deliver innovative, reliable AV solutions that enhance our learning and working environments.

Essential Functions

• Design and develop comprehensive AV systems for new construction and renovation projects.
• Work closely with architects, designers, and university stakeholders to understand project requirements and deliver tailored AV solutions.
• Specify power, data pathways, and mechanical/structural requirements on blueprints, ensuring infrastructure readiness for AV deployment.
• Create building-wide AV designs that integrate with campus technology standards.
• Generate accurate budget and equipment estimates for AV system designs and installations.
• Generate detailed configuration documents for AV projects to support smooth implementation and long-term maintenance.
• Create system schematics that clearly illustrate AV system architecture, ensuring effective communication among project teams and facilitating future troubleshooting or upgrades.
• Provide hands-on support for AV system installations and troubleshooting as needed.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Audio Visual Systems Engineer
Bachelor’s degree and 3 years relevant experience OR
Associate’s degree and 7 years relevant experience OR
High School/GED and 11 years relevant experience

Sr. Audio Visual Systems Engineer
Bachelor’s degree and 6 years relevant experience

*Area of Experience: Experience in advanced audio visual systems, infrastructure, operating systems, and applications to include functional experience in the architecture, design, and development of AV.

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Solid understanding of networking and IP fundamentals as they relate to AV system integration.
• Ability to interpret and specify requirements on architectural blueprints.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills for working with a variety of stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with AV control and switching systems, including AMX, SVSi, Biamp, Extron, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with AMX control system coding is preferred but not required.

Salary Range: $54,970 – $120,760

Job Category: Information Systems/Technology

City position is located in

Auburn

State position is located

Alabama

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