Audiovisual Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Category: Engineering
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Chicago
Job Location Type: Remote

We’re looking for a creative and technically skilled Smart Home Designer to join our team full-time. If you have a strong background in AV integration and home automation, and a passion for designing cutting-edge systems, this opportunity is for you.

You’ll work alongside our sales and project teams to bring smart living environments to life in high-end residential and commercial spaces.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and integration of home automation systems for residential projects (lighting, security cameras, blinds, HVAC, audio/video, alarms).
  • Electrical and mechanical design using tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit, and SketchUp.
  • Installation and configuration of sensors, actuators, controllers (PLC, Arduino, ESP32).
  • Basic programming of microcontrollers or embedded systems.
  • Selection of materials, devices, and suppliers for residential automation projects.
  • Testing, commissioning, and fine-tuning of the installed systems.
  • Preparation of technical documentation (blueprints, user manuals, bill of materials).
  • Liaising with clients and suppliers to ensure successful project execution.
  • Knowledge of common home automation protocols (Z-Wave, ZigBee, WiFi, KNX, etc.).

 

What We’re Looking For

  • 4+ years of experience in AV and smart home system design
  • Proficiency in Crestron and Savant systems (required)
  • Strong skills in AutoCAD (required)
  • Familiarity with Lutron, Araknis, and D-Tools (nice to have)
  • Experience with lighting control, motorized window coverings, surveillance, and networking
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related experience (preferred)
  • Excellent English skills – written and verbal

You Are

  • Independent and proactive, with strong ownership of your work
  • Detail-oriented with a high standard of technical quality
  • A clear communicator with excellent time management skills
  • Focused on creating intuitive and functional design solutions

Ready to shape the future of smart living?

Apply now and be part of a team that designs the connected homes of tomorrow.

 

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