Turn client concepts into build-ready commercial AV designs as an onsite Audio Visual Design Engineer in Nashville, TN.

Design full commercial AV systems for conference rooms, boardrooms, training spaces, and enterprise collaboration environments
Create AV deliverables including signal flow diagrams, system drawings, and project documentation using Visio and/or CAD
Review project scope, proposals, and kickoff information; ask the right technical questions to clarify requirements and assumptions
Select AV equipment and define system architecture aligned with CTI standards, real-world constraints, and budget
Coordinate with Sales, Project Managers, BIM/CAD, 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 is shown
Support execution by answering field/programming questions and addressing procurement clarifications/substitutions
Update designs when site conditions change or when product availability requires adjustments

3+ years designing commercial AV systems (signal flow experience is required)
Strong experience producing AV documentation and drawings, including signal flow, system drawings, and work in Visio/CAD
Ability to select equipment and develop practical, buildable solutions that match standards and budget
Communication skills that support cross-team coordination and clear translation of technical details
Collaborative, supportive work style with independence when needed and curiosity that supports good questions
Associate degree preferred (not required); attitude and aptitude are important

Culture where “fun is mandatory”, teams value your ideas, and wins are celebrated (big and small)
Growth and learning opportunities
Competitive base salary (DOE)
Employer-matched medical, prescription, and dental insurance (after 60 days of employment)
Employer matched 401K up to 3% (after 6 months of employment)
Bonus eligibility based on results-oriented incentive plan (after 3 months of employment)
Graduated PTO program; all major holidays off; three floating holidays available upon your first day of employment
Special gifts for significant life events (marriage, birth of a child, buying a house)
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Long- and Short-Term Disability 100% paid by CTI
Life Insurance 100% paid by CTI

Designs that install cleanly with minimal rework
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

Location: Nashville, TN (onsite)

Experience: 3+ years

Education: Associate degree preferred

Audio Visual Design Engineer

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