Audio Visual Design Engineer - #2173123

AUDIO VISUAL DESIGN ENGINEER

The JOB

You will help architect complex Audio Visual systems for stadiums, arenas, entertainment venues.

You will contribute to decisions that determine how a venue sounds, how it distributes content, how it produces a show, and how it hands over a clean signal to broadcast. You will help develop the design, document it, and carry it into meetings with clients and architects.

This is a strong fit for an Engineer who is curious, drawn to problems without an easy answer, follows designs through to completion and wants to work on ambitious and culturally significant projects.

This role will commence within the next three months, and is based at our Manchester (U.K.) office.

WHO are ME Engineers?

ME Engineers is an international multi-disciplinary and technology systems consulting engineering firm providing engineering solutions for large scale, complicated and fast paced projects worldwide.

ME operates from 19 global offices and provides opportunities for our employees to work on some of the most exciting and innovative projects, including stadiums, arenas, and elite sports training facilities.

At ME we highly value building and sustaining client relationships through successful partnering with architects and clients. Our long-term repeat business with some of the world’s most prestigious design firms is a testament to the success of our philosophy. We encourage and foster out-of-the-box, high-level thinking and employ cutting-edge strategies including state-of-the-art sustainable design techniques.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity is available to join our specialist group, ME Technology, working on internationally recognised projects. You will work in a multidisciplinary team to develop AV strategy and design for stadiums and arenas, collaborating with colleagues and third parties including:

• Architects and interior designers
• Acousticians
• Structural Engineers
• Mechanical & Electrical Engineers
• Information and Communications Technology

You will be working with an experienced team based in the U.S. and EMEA who will support your professional development. You will report on a day-to-day basis to an Audio Visual Associate, based in Manchester. This is a great opportunity for the right person to gain fantastic experience within a unique and energetic team atmosphere dealing with the world’s most iconic venues.

YOU will:

• Support the design complex audio visual and broadcast systems for large venues, from concept through to issue for construction documents.
• Develop system architecture for large format sound reinforcement, distributed audio, DSP, control, IPTV and video distribution, LED displays, video production, intercom, AV networks, and supporting infrastructure.
• Produce sketches, concepts, system plans, schematic diagrams, equipment layouts, typical details, specifications, equipment lists, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with Architects, Engineers, ICT teams, contractors, manufacturers, and other consultants.
• Present your work in client meetings and technical design workshops.
• Review submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings during construction.
• On site activities including, system testing, commissioning, and performance verification.
• Research emerging technologies and help integrate them into the firm's design process.

YOUR Skills

You may have experience of some of the following:

• Professional AV consulting, engineering, design, or integration.
• An understanding of professional audio, video, control, DSP, networking infrastructure and Public Address and Voice Alarm Systems.
• The ability to produce coordinated, buildable documentation.
• Clear communication and the willingness to explain a technical position to people who do not share your background.
• Candidates should have experience and understanding of the RIBA design process, stages, and expected level of deliverable at each stage. Demonstrating project planning, task delivery, task quality control procedures.
• Knowledge of construction design management regulations and designer responsibilities.

Software Packages

Microsoft Office

Autocad/Revit/BIM 360

Bluebeam Revu

Professional Membership AVIXA

Travel Short stay ad-hoc international travel may be required (typically Europe and Middle East)

Qualifications and/or industry certification

AVIXA CTS, AVIXA CTS-D

Electronic, Acoustic, Music technology or Engineering Degree but any degree or level of experience is welcome to apply.

Acoustic Knowledge

Candidates should have knowledge and appreciation of acoustic performance.

You believe in ME Engineers' values:

• Build Trust & Respect
• We are in this together
• Embrace the challenge.
• Be bold and passionate.
• Creative problem solvers

The BENEFITS

Competitive salary depending on experience and skills (£38K to £43K)

Pension

Private Health insurance

Life insurance

Educational and professional development opportunities

23 days’ holiday plus public holidays

Why ME?

ME is an employee-owned corporation. Our values and business focus are centred around not only our clients but also providing growth opportunities and a fantastic work environment for our employees. This opening provides an opportunity to not only grow your own personal career but also be a part of our exciting and growing family.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

Full-time position with excellent salary and benefits.

Due to the high amount of interest that we receive, we are unfortunately unable to respond to each application individually. Therefore, if you do not hear back from us then you have not been shortlisted for this role.