IT Design Engineer (Structured Cabling & AV Integration)

Company Overview

We are a leading nationwide technology systems integrator specializing in the design, installation, and maintenance of large-scale, complex Audio Visual, Communications, PoE Lighting, and Electronic Security systems. Serving premier clients across corporate, healthcare, higher education, and government sectors, our single-source business model provides comprehensive, end-to-end technology solutions supported by multiple regional operations centers across the country.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced IT Design Engineer to join our technical team. In this role, you will provide critical pre-sales engineering support to sales representatives and technical teams for comprehensive design/build proposals.

The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise in IT Structured Cabling systems, proficient hands-on knowledge of CAD and Excel, and exceptional communication skills to interface effectively with internal teams, trade partners, and client stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Sales Engineering & Cost Estimation: Develop preliminary system design drawings, construction documents, equipment specifications, and detailed cost proposals, including rough-order-of-magnitude (ROM) project budgets.
Client Consultation & Solution Design: Engage directly with end-users and internal business units to lead technology discovery discussions, analyze existing client infrastructure, and architect tailored solutions that achieve client goals.
Design & CAD Execution: Create and modify architectural CAD plans, adapting architects' drawings to incorporate structured cabling and technology systems seamlessly.
Cross-Discipline Coordination: Manage design engagements across low-voltage disciplines (AV, structured cabling, security), collaborating closely with architects, MEP engineers, general contractors, and trade partners.
Proposal Delivery & Client Management: Generate formal sales proposals, submit approved documentation to clients, and maintain active, clear communication with client engineering and design teams.
Post-Design Support: Work alongside Program Managers and Project Teams during implementation to verify full system functionality and gather pre- and post-sales "lessons learned" to share with sales and engineering staff.
Industry Currency: Continuously develop and maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging IT, low-voltage, and AV technologies.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Certifications:
- Two-year degree in Electronics/Technology required; a 4-year Bachelor's degree is preferred.
- BICSI certification (RSDD/technician-level) highly welcomed.
Experience: Minimum 5 years of active working experience within the IT / Low-Voltage / Audio Visual system integration field.
Software & Technical Proficiency: Proven, hands-on proficiency in CAD software, Microsoft Excel, and technical schematic design.
Interpersonal & Management Skills:
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong customer service orientation.
- Highly self-motivated self-starter with proven planning, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple engineering tasks and active project proposals simultaneously while interfacing with diverse project teams.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
- Voluntary Life, Company-paid Group Term Life, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Family Leave, and 10 Paid Holidays.
- Commuter benefits and flexible spending options.