Benefits:

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Project Engineer – Commercial Audio-Visual Integration Location: Utah (Wasatch Front)

Compensation: $75,000 – $95,000 depending on experience and certifications, plus annual performance bonus.

About Us We are a Utah-based commercial AV integration firm with ~23 employees, specializing in the design, installation, and support of high-performance AV systems for corporate, education, government, and house of worship clients. We pride ourselves on professionalism, teamwork, and delivering projects that meet the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

Position Summary The Project Engineer (PE) is a key member of the Operations team responsible for bridging pre-sales design with project execution. The PE collaborates closely with the Sales Department’s Pre-Sales Engineer to ensure projects are accurately scoped, resourced, and technically executed. The role requires a balance of engineering expertise, resource management, and cross-department communication.

Key Responsibilities  Collaborate with Pre-Sales Engineers to review project designs, scope of work, and bill of materials (BOM).  Estimate installation and programming labor hours required for each project.  Provide technical guidance and support to installation teams throughout the project lifecycle.  Assign projects to Project Managers, ensuring proper resource allocation and workload balance.  Conduct system testing and commissioning on new system designs, verifying all components integrate seamlessly.  Oversee quality control of Project Managers’ execution and provide mentorship as needed.  Act as a technical escalation point for complex service or programming issues.  Facilitate cross-department communication between sales, warehouse, purchasing, and operations teams.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)  System Performance & Commissioning Success – % of systems passing acceptance testing on first attempt.  Timely resolution of engineering and technical issues.  Project Rework Rates – % of engineering changes required after project kickoff.  On-Time Project Delivery – Measured in alignment with Project Managers’ timelines.  Utilization Rate – Target of 72% billable/assignable hours.

Qualifications Certifications:  CTS required.  CTS-D preferred.  Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) preferred.  Other relevant manufacturer certifications (Crestron, Q-SYS, Biamp, Dante) are highly valued.

Education & Experience:  Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, or related field (preferred) OR equivalent technical/project experience.  5+ years of experience in audio-visual system design, engineering, or project execution.  Strong knowledge of AV signal flow, control systems, DSP configuration, and networking fundamentals.

Skills:  Ability to create and interpret technical drawings and schematics.  Strong organizational and time management skills.  Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.  Hands-on troubleshooting and commissioning expertise.

Compensation & Benefits Base Salary: $75,000 – $95,000 depending on experience and certifications. Starting Range: Typically $75,000 – $85,000. Bonus: Annual performance-based bonus of 5–10%. Benefits package includes health, PTO, professional development, and certification support.