• Audio Visual Systems Engineer

    Auburn University (Auburn, AL)


    Position Details

    Position Information

    Requisition Number

    S4799P

    Home Org Name

     

    Office of Information Technology

     

    Division Name

     

    CIO Information Technology

    Position Title

    Audio Visual Systems Engineer

     

    Job Class Code

    MA61

    Appointment Status

     

    Full-time

     

    Part-time FTE

     

    Limited Term

     

    No

     

    Limited Term Length

    Job Summary

    Auburn University is seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Audio Visual (AV) Support Engineer to join our team. This role is essential in supporting instructional technology across campus, ensuring seamless AV experiences for faculty and students. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong communication skills and an understanding of AV systems, networking, and classroom technology.

    Essential Functions

    + **Provide technical support** for instructors and other end users across classrooms, lecture halls, meeting spaces, and other AV-enabled environments.

    + **Manage and mentor student workers** , ensuring high-quality support delivery and fostering professional development.

    + **Coordinate Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs)** for defective or damaged AV equipment, ensuring timely resolution and minimal service disruption.

    + **Assist in the design and implementation** of AV systems for both new and existing spaces, with attention to usability, scalability, and long-term support.

    + **Track, document, and resolve technical issues** using ticketing systems and internal documentation tools, ensuring consistent and transparent support practices.

    + **Collaborate with IT and networking teams** to ensure proper network configuration, including VLANs and subnets for AV devices.

    + **Maintain and update AV system documentation** , including schematics, signal flow diagrams, and endpoint inventories.

    + **Stay current with AV technology trends** and recommend improvements or upgrades to enhance system performance, reliability, and user experience.

     

    Why Work at Auburn?

     

    + **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

    + **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

    + **We’re Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

    + **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

    + **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

     

    Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

    Minimum Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications

    Audio Visual Systems Engineer

     

    Bachelor’s degree and 3 years relevant experience OR

     

    Associate’s degree and 7 years relevant experience OR

     

    High School/GED and 11 years relevant experience

     

    _*Area of Experience: Experience in advanced audio visual systems, infrastructure, operating systems, and applications to include functional experience in the architecture, design, and development of AV._

     

    Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

    Minimum Skills and Abilities

    + Proven experience with audio systems, signal flow, and AV troubleshooting.

    + Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, VLANs, and subnetting.

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    + Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.

     

    Minimum Technology Skills

     

    Minimum License and Certifications

    Desired Qualifications

    Desired Qualifications

    + Experience with AV control systems (e.g.,AMX , Extron) is a plus.

    + CTS (Certified Technology Specialist) certification is a plus.

    + Experience in a higher education environment.

    + Familiarity with AV-over-IP technologies.

    + Ability to read and create AV system schematics.

    + Knowledge of classroom capture and streaming technologies.

     

    Posting Detail Information

     

    Salary Range

     

    $52,860 - $89,860

     

    Job Category

     

    Information Systems/Technology

     

    Working Hours if Non-Traditional

    City position is located in:

    Auburn

    State position is located:

    Alabama

     

    List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

     

    Posting Date

     

    09/29/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

     

    It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more.

     

    Special Instructions to Applicants

     

    Quick Link for Internal Postings

     

    https://www.auemployment.com/postings/56111

     

    Documents Needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    1. Resume

    2. Cover Letter

    Optional Documents

    1. Other