Audio Visual Field Engineer

Description

 

National Network Services (NNS) is seeking a skilled Audio Visual (AV) Field Engineer (Levels 1-3) to join our growing team. This role is responsible for installing, configuring, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning professional audio, video, lighting, and control systems for commercial customers throughout the United States. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with AV systems, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to travel while supporting high-profile customer installations.

 

What We Offer

· Salary Range: $25–$40/hour, depending on experience

· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

· Free Basic Life Insurance

· Voluntary Life Insurance

· Short- and Long-Term Disability

· Company-Matched 401(k)

· Paid Holidays

· Paid Time Off

 

General Requirements

· Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

· Ability to pass background checks and drug screening if required.

· OSHA 10 certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).

· Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.

· Ability to work on ladders, lifts, and scaffolding.

· Comfortable working in ceilings, crawl spaces, and construction environments.

· Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and climb for extended periods.

· Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

· Excellent attention to detail.

· Good communication and customer service skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Reliable, punctual, and organized.

· Willingness to travel to job sites and occasionally work overtime as project schedules require.

 

Job Description: Field Engineer – Audio Visual Commercial Installation

 

This position outlines three levels for the Field Engineer role (Field Engineer I, II, and Senior Field Engineer), including defined experience bands and alignment with AVIXA CTS / CTS-D standards for hiring and compliance purposes.

 

Position Summary

The Field Engineer is responsible for the technical execution, validation, commissioning, and closeout of commercial Audio Visual (AV) installation projects. This role supports AVIXA-aligned best practices and ensures systems are delivered in accordance with approved designs, performance standards, and client expectations.

 

Core Responsibilities (All Levels)

• - Validate Bills of Materials (BOM) against approved design documents, scope, and site conditions
• - Review, markup, and accept shop drawings prior to installation
• - Manage initial CAD handoff documentation for field execution
• - Support commissioning plans, functional testing, and performance verification
• - Develop and execute programming task lists and schedules
• - Assist with or perform control system, DSP, and network-based AV programming
• - Develop end-user training guides and operational documentation
• - Conduct or support final system training for end users
• - Produce final project closeout documentation including as-built drawings
• - Ensure compliance with AVIXA standards, safety requirements, and quality benchmarks

 

Field Engineer I (Entry / Junior Level)

• Experience Band: 1–2 years of commercial AV or related technical experience
• Supports senior engineers and project teams during installation and commissioning
• Performs BOM validation and documentation updates under supervision
• Assists with shop set reviews and CAD redlines
• Executes defined programming tasks with guidance
• Supports system testing and troubleshooting
• Participates in end-user training sessions
• CTS, CTS-I, and CTS-D certification preferred or actively pursuing

 

 

Field Engineer II (Mid-Level)

 

• Experience Band: 3–6 years of commercial AV engineering or systems integration experience
• Independently manages BOM validation and shop drawing acceptance
• Leads CAD handoff documentation and as-built updates
• Coordinates commissioning activities and functional testing
• Develops programming schedules and executes system programming
• Serves as a technical point of contact for installers and project managers
• Leads portions of end-user training
• CTS certification required; CTS-I or progress toward CTS-D preferred

Senior Field Engineer (Lead / Advanced Level)

 

• Experience Band: 7+ years of commercial AV engineering experience, including complex or enterprise-scale systems
• Owns technical execution for