Immediate, full time/direct opportunity for a Design Engineer with an AVIXA CTS-I or CTS-D certification. The selected candidate will identify needs, design, and develop solutions for advanced UCC systems (audio and video) that will integrate multi-vendor systems using a common advanced communications core. This position will provide customer-facing technical assistance in support of business development, sales (pre and post), and is responsible for designing and delivering solutions while applying technical competencies to ascertain sustainable competitive advantage.

Primary Responsibilities:
- Complete the development and completion of the proposal spreadsheet. Peer review proposal spreadsheets prepared by others for completeness, accuracy, and conformance to given requirements. Write technical descriptions explaining the scope of work to be performed for both internal and external proposal and project requirements.
- Develop and/or supervise the development of project drawings and/or sketches as required for submittal and/or installation. Document and maintain the documentation and maintenance of project record drawings and as-built drawings. This shall include but not be limited to outside plant wiring, floor plans, riser diagrams, details, block diagrams, wire run lists, List of Materials, etc.
- Assist in researching via the Internet or other means, gather and properly assemble, in original form, for reproduction specification material for submittals. Peer review engineering design packages, configurations, and job books prepared by others for completeness and accuracy.
- Supervise and/or conduct and document site surveys. Generate site survey reports to be used in the design and/or deployment of systems and or equipment. Develop and/or direct the development of reports to be used in the design and/or deployment of systems and or equipment.
- Generate and/or direct the compilation of project List of Material (LOM) lists or -take-off- using plans, specifications, and requirements provided. Peer review
- Provide guidance and assist the installation personnel in the implementation and deployment of the engineered solutions in assigned projects.
- Provide technical guidance to colleagues and other teams by participating in sales presentations, conference calls, and customer meetings as needed to generate profitable revenue opportunities.

This position does require travel to customer sites/government bases as deemed necessary (avg. = 25%). Our client can make this hire in Chantilly VA OR Greensboro NC. Please contact Elite Technical for additional information.

Required Skills

- Active DOD Secret or Top Secret clearance is preferred (open to candidates that can obtain a clearance as well)
- BS in EE or related degree, 8+ years of experience within AV/UCC related designining.
- AVIXA Certifications: CTS-D or CTS-I (CTS-D is preferred)
- Proficiency in Visio and/or AutoCAD.
- Familiar with audio/video Standards and protocols. Knowledge of manufacturers such as CISCO, Poly, Crestron, and AMX are required.
- Demonstrate knowledge of multiple classification audiovisual switching systems.
- Demonstrate knowledge loading configurations and files to equipment platforms such as Crestron, AMX, Extron, Biamp, Cisco, Poly, Clearone, etc.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients. Excellent sales and customer service skills.
- Ability to assist the sales team with pre/post sales activities, including partipating in client sale presentations.
- Ability to travel as deemed necessary by client demands (25%)