Regional Engineering Manager

Company: AVI-SPL
Location: Cypress
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Job Summary

--- Provide leadership, vision, and management to the assigned regional engineering team and act as strategic business member of the leadership team

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

--- Build and lead an agile and responsive team responsible for any and all engineering inquires
--- Assist in establishing departmental goals, objectives an operating procedures
--- Develop engineering and architectural (RCP/Floor Plan) drawings, calculations and acoustical modeling
--- Review pre-construction design and documentation
--- Assist with technical design, pricing and identify any logistical challenges
--- Customer liaison for engineering inquires
--- Meet with vendors/prospective vendors to help evaluate products
--- Post sales project consultation
--- Review project designs created by internal and external resources
--- Review hour estimation for work based on needs analysis, scope of work and bid requirements
--- Identify special requirements for project, including but not limited to: test equipment, specialized tools, rigging support
--- Provide feedback to corporate and development management on process improvement opportunities and facilitate process improvement.
--- Test audio DSP or video processing systems software required for system functionality
--- Monitor and ensure labor expenditures do not exceed department budget
--- Manage internal activities that support client training
--- Manage or facilitate field testing of integrated systems and training client on use
--- Remain abreast of A/V advances in the field and be able to identify areas of use in the organization Translate customer requirements into functional system designs
--- Create and maintain engineering related documentation in accordance with company guidelines
--- Maintain scheduling and resources for the department
--- Travel to various job sites required

Other duties assigned as needed

Skills and Abilities
--- Proven ability to significantly contribute toward or lead operation initiatives with a results oriented approach
--- Demonstrated leadership and management skills in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
--- Proven ability to mentor, educate, and develop members of the team
--- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization
--- Understanding of engineering aspects of audiovisual systems design and installation preferred
--- Ability to motivate and effectively lead large project teams comprised of technical, administrative, and engineering personnel toward a common goal
--- Understanding of construction project management applied to audiovisual projects
--- Proficient with test and calibration equipment preferred
--- Ability to work and think independently and ensuring to meet deadlines
--- Must have clear and professional communication skills (written and oral) both internally and externally
--- Demonstrated customer service focus and client communication skills

Education and/or Experience

--- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required. B.S, degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field is preferred
--- At least 12 years of A/V experience with 4 years of Engineering Management experience preferred
--- Capability of managing multiple million dollar budget Integration projects simultaneously is a plus
--- Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics and architectural blueprints preferred
--- Experience operating in a complex matrix business environment is desirable
--- Excellent PC skills, proficient in Microsoft applications including Microsoft Project
--- Valid Driver's License and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets AVI-SPL Driving Privileges standards

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. The work environment is generally moderate in noise (inter-office conversations and computers/printers).

Physical Requirements

The physical demands of this position are those that are necessary to meet the responsibilities and essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
--- This position regularly requires employees to sit, walk, and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment

Direct Reports

--- This position can have anywhere from 3 - 10 direct reports

Work Hours

AVI-SPL reserves the right to alter work hours and work location as deems necessary

AVI-SPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law

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