Audio Visual Design Engineer (CAD) - Paladin Technologies

Paladin Technologies has emerged as one of the largest technology systems integrator in North America . As a leader in the design, deployment, optimization, management, and maintenance of communication and digital networks, Paladin can meet the needs of clients on a national scale, while providing local support.
The experts that make up Paladin’s teams stay at the forefront of the changing technology landscape through continued training, complex client projects, and company support. As Paladin continues to grow, we continue to provide our employees with exciting challenges and a rewarding career.
The AutoCAD Technician prepares, organizes, and presents various documents to meet project delivery and close-out requirements. This position works in conjunction with Systems Designers/Engineers and the Project Management team to clearly communicate technical deliverables for project work and to prove fit and suitability of our product offering within the client and project environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare detail design documents in a thorough and professional manner during the project execution cycle. Documentation work may include AV drawings, AV wire pull schedules, preparing plot plans, elevation drawings, point-to-point wiring details, and finalized bills of material.
• Coordinate with architectural team and other design professionals
• Produce AV network architecture diagrams, server compute and storage calculations, power and heat consumption calculations under the guidance of systems designers and engineers.
• Produce AV as-built drawings and technical close-out documents of physical security and building technologies including supporting networking, server and storage architectures in collaboration with technicians, subcontractors, project managers, and design stakeholders.
• Maintain all documentation in current and professional state throughout the duration of contracts within Paladin Technologies’ document management repositories.
• Work closely with engineers and technicians to develop robust and professional designs, standardized and consistent documentation packages, and tools to assist in preparation of sales collateral
• Be prompt, enthusiastic and take direction from project managers and engineers
• Multi-task and manage time effectively to prioritize projects, tasks, and meetings as necessary
• Adhere to Paladin Technologies’ documentation standards
• Identify, establish, and document processes to support design efficiency and scalability
• Be extremely focused on details and quality of work
• Develop productive relationships with clients and key stakeholders which will build respect and confidence in the organization’s capabilities.
• Understand and maintain an awareness of the productivity and profitability of work carried out by the organization

 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of 3-5 years of drafting and design experience in the information technology, instrumentation and controls, electronics, and/or security industries
• Post secondary education from an accredited college, university or technical institution in Electronics, Information Technology or related field
• Ability to create aesthetically pleasing, legible, and accessible drawings.
• Experience with the following technologies is required:
  • AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam Revu, IP networks, low voltage electronics, power and communications, Windows desktop operating system, Microsoft Office

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with the following technologies is an asset:
  • Revit
  • BIM360
• Field experience in a construction environmeant is an asset
• A strong understanding of the physical security and/or technology industries, including an awareness of complimentary products, technologies, trends, and the general application of physical security technology
• An understanding of and experience with fundamental concepts pertaining to IP networks, low voltage electronics, power, and communications
• A strong command of the English language supported by excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to simultaneously handle multiple tasks and projects and be responsive to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Post-secondary education from an accredited college, university, or technical institution in Business, Construction Management, Electronics, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
• Highly developed analytical and problem solving skills
• Motivated self-starter with ambition to independently research new technologies as well as engineering and business methodologies/concepts

PAY: $85k - $100k DOE 

BENEFITS:
Colleagues and their families are covered by medical, dental, vision, company provided basic life insurance and AD&D and short-term disability, telemedicine & virtual counseling.  Voluntary insurances offered include life insurance and AD&D, short-term disability (buy-up option), long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance, and HSA & FSA accounts. Colleagues may also enroll in the company’s 401(k) plan.  Colleagues will also receive PTO (paid time off), sick leave, and 7 paid holidays.



 
 

Company Info:

Paladin Technologies is a premier North American complex systems integrator for building technology solutions, including IP security, alarms & monitoring, audio visual, low-voltage infrastructure, and networking. As a leader in the design, deployment, optimization, management, and maintenance of communication and digital networks, Paladin can meet the needs of clients on a national scale, while providing local support. Our team is the best in the industry, with manufacturer trained technicians, PMP-certified project managers, CTS- and RCDD-certified design engineers, coordinators, and administrative resources.

Paladin has offices coast to coast across the United Stated and Canada, and nearly 1,600 talented and committed professionals dedicated to custom-crafting and installing technology solutions for clients requiring Integrated Security, Network Infrastructure, Audio Visual, Fiber Optics/OSP, Structured Cabling, and more. We are always at the forefront of the changing technology landscape, and through continued training, complex client projects, and company support, we provide our colleagues with exciting challenges and a rewarding career as Paladin continues to grow.

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process, please send an email or call 858-668-1705 to speak with Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request.

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