Develops detailed audiovisual system designs, including signal flows, schematics, rack layouts, networked AV solutions, technical drawings, and bills of materials. Collaborates with sales, project managers, architects, clients, and engineering teams to refine requirements and support implementation. Conducts design reviews, quality checks, troubleshooting, system validation, and value engineering while ensuring designs meet project scope, budget, standards, and client expectations.
About Diversified:
Diversified is a global leader in audiovisual and media technology. We design and build innovative spaces and experiences for clients across industries such as corporate, entertainment, sports, retail, and government. Our team partners with organizations around the world to create environments that connect people through technology.
What to Expect:
At Diversified, you’ll work on exciting and complex projects with opportunities to grow your career. We offer a collaborative and flexible work environment, competitive pay and benefits, and a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation. If you’re ready to grow, create, and make an impact, Diversified is the place to do it.
Job Summary
The Design Engineer is responsible for developing detailed Audio-Visual (AV) system designs that meet client requirements, project scope, and industry standards. This role bridges conceptual design and implementation by producing technical documentation, validating system functionality, and coordinating across project teams to ensure successful execution of AV solutions.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Design complete AV systems including signal flow, schematics, rack layouts, and networked AV solutions.
- Develop and maintain technical drawings and documentation using AutoCAD, Revit, or similar tools.
- Create and validate bills of materials (BOM) aligned with project scope and budget.
- Collaborate with sales, project managers, architects, and clients to refine design requirements.
- Ensure designs meet company standards, industry best practices, and client expectations.
- Perform design reviews, quality checks, and coordinate revisions.
- Support engineering teams during installation, commissioning, and system validation.
- Assist in troubleshooting design-related issues and recommend solutions during project execution.
Requirements
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, IT, Electronics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5 years AV/media design engineer experience
Competencies, Skills and Experiences
- Strong understanding of AV systems, signal flow, and integration practices.
- Knowledge of unified communications, collaboration platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom Rooms).
- Experience with AV control systems (e.g., Crestron, Extron) preferred.
- Ability to produce accurate, detailed technical documentation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Decision Making Authority
- Makes independent design decisions within project scope, standards, and established guidelines.
- Selects appropriate equipment and system configurations based on performance and cost requirements.
- Recommends design improvements, value engineering options, and technical solutions.
- Escalates complex architectural, budgetary, or integration challenges to senior engineering leadership.
- Ensures design integrity and quality before handoff to implementation teams.
What We Offer:
We believe great people deserve great benefits. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial wellbeing, and work-life balance:
- Multiple medical plan options to fit you and your family’s needs
- HSA & HRA company contributions
- Dental coverage, including orthodontic benefits, and vision plans
Company-paid benefits- Basic Life, AD&D
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous paid time off — 3 weeks PTO plus company holidays and floating holidays
- 401k with company match
- Paid maternity leave
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- A wide range of voluntary benefits including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Homeowners and Auto Insurance, Supplemental Life and AD&D coverage, and Legal Services
- Commuter benefits
- And much more
Diversified Burbank, California, USA Office
1117 Chestnut Street, Burbank, United States, 91506
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