Job Description

We have entry-level up to senior-level positions available. Entry-level positions will be coached and challenged through an extensive training and development period. Engineers are an integral part of Ford and have a significant role in the designed and installed systems. Ford provides A/V systems for many facilities, such as arenas, airports, schools, stadiums, houses of worship, healthcare facilities, entertainment, military, government, broadcast, production, and corporate. Typical A/V systems include boardrooms, meeting rooms, training rooms, videoconferencing, lighting systems, command and control rooms, network operation centers (NOC), paging systems, sound systems, video presentation systems, and more. Most systems are digital and controlled by computers using software designed by Ford engineers. The engineer is responsible for designing the systems, preparing CAD system drawings, programming DSP, designing AV computer control systems, meeting with clients, inspecting, testing, working at job sites, and training the customer. Every engineer is expected to approach all projects emphasizing safety, quality design, installation, and service.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent Experience
• Experience with CAD/AutoCAD preferred
• Programming experience preferred (C/C#/Crestron/Extron/AMX or equivalent)
• Ability to travel up to 65% of the time while in training (amount will vary based on experience and specific competency)
• Excellent communication and computer skills
• Personal interest in electronics, music, sound, acoustics, video, lighting, and/or computer networking
• Experience with the design and installation of professional audio, video, network and lighting systems for senior level position

SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION

SALARY & BENEFITS: Ford AV offers competitive salary and benefits including: medical, dental, short-term disability and life insurance, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), 401K with a matching fund, and opportunities for advancement.

DRUG TESTING: Ford is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and, therefore, personnel in safety- sensitive positions are subject to drug testing. Moreover, pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and/or post-accident drug testing may be conducted in accordance with company policy and all applicable laws in order to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. All applicants for this position tentatively selected for employment at Ford are subject to pre-employment drug testing and a final offer of employment is contingent upon a negative drug test result.

TO APPLY: Apply online at www.fordav.com.

KEY WORDS: AV, A/V, Audio Video, Audio-Video, Audiovisual, Audio Visual, Videoconferencing, Telepresence, Digital Signage, Sound Systems, Audio Systems, Audio Design, Video Systems, Video Design, Video Production, Audio Production, Audio Video Contractor, Audio Engineering, Unified Communications, Broadcast, Control Systems, Digital Culture, Technical Theater, Digital Design, Lighting Design, Communication Systems, Sound Engineer, A/V Integration, A/V Integrator, Sound Engineer, Electronic Installation, Commercial Construction, Telecommunications, Interactive Media, CTS Certification, Infocomm, Avixa

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Company Description

Established in 1973, Ford AV employs 550+ with offices across the United States. As an AV commercial integrator, Ford installs systems in arenas, airports, entertainment venues, houses of worship, healthcare facilities, corporate offices, schools and even stadiums. Typical AV systems include digital signage, video walls, sound systems, and videoconferencing. In addition, Ford designs intricate lighting systems for performance halls and broadcast television. Ford also installs network operation centers (NOC) for telecommunication providers and systems within command and control rooms for the US military. Most systems are digital, controlled using software designed by Ford’s engineers and consistently monitored by two dedicated software development teams. Recognized as one of the top audio-video integrators in the nation, Ford AV is known for installing some of the largest and most complex AV projects for ExxonMobil, AT&T, Houston Intercontinental Airport, State Farm, Fannie Mae, Apple, Denver International Airport, Broncos Stadium, U.S. House of Representatives, and the Cyber Warfare Integration Center for the U.S. Military. You can learn more about Ford AV's projects here: https://www.fordav.com/industries/