Audio Visual Design Engineer
Job Description
Build commercial audio visual systems that are clear, standards-aligned, and ready for installation. At CTI, you will turn client ideas into coordinated documentation and architecture, then support execution with practical guidance from concept through field updates.
This role is based in Reston, VA (onsite) and is ideal for someone with 3+ years designing commercial AV systems who can bring strong signal flow skills, communicate effectively across teams, and help deliver buildable designs.
What you’ll do
- Design complete commercial AV systems for spaces such as conference rooms, boardrooms, training spaces, and enterprise collaboration environments.
- Create AV signal flow diagrams, system drawings, and project documentation using Visio and/or CAD.
- Review project scope, proposals, and kickoff information, then ask targeted questions to clarify technical requirements and assumptions.
- Select AV equipment and define system architecture that aligns with CTI standards, real-world constraints, and project budgets.
- Collaborate 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 the field can trust what’s on the page.
- Support execution by answering field/programming questions, handling procurement clarifications or substitutions, and updating designs based on site conditions or product availability.
What you bring
- 3+ years designing commercial AV systems (not entry-level, and signal flow skills are important).
- Strong experience creating AV documentation and drawings, including signal flow diagrams and system drawings using Visio/CAD.
- Comfort selecting equipment and building solutions that are practical, buildable, and aligned to standards and budget.
- Communication skills that make cross-team coordination easy, including the ability to translate technical details for different audiences.
- A collaborative, supportive work style that balances independence with curiosity and strong questioning.
- Associate degree preferred (not required). Attitude and aptitude matter here.
Tools you’ll use
- Visio
- CAD
How CTI supports you
- A culture where fun is mandatory, teams value your ideas, wins (big and small) are celebrated, and you have support.
- Opportunities for growth and learning.
- Competitive base salary (DOE).
- Employer-matched medical, prescription, and dental available after 60 days.
- Employer matched 401K up to 3% after 6 months.
- Bonus eligibility based on results-oriented incentive plan after 3 months.
- Graduated PTO, all major holidays off, plus three floating holidays available upon first day.
- Special gifts for significant life events, including marriage, the birth of a child, and buying a house.
- Cell phone reimbursement plan.
- Long- and Short-Term Disability 100% paid by CTI.
- Life Insurance 100% paid by CTI.
What success looks like
- Clean installs with minimal rework, reducing “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, aligned with CTI’s “fun is mandatory” culture.
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