Senior Media Design Engineer

About Diversified:

Diversified is a global leader in audiovisual and media technology. We design and build innovative spaces and experiences for clients across industries such as corporate, entertainment, sports, retail, and government. Our team partners with organizations around the world to create environments that connect people through technology.

What to Expect:

At Diversified, you’ll work on exciting and complex projects with opportunities to grow your career. We offer a collaborative and flexible work environment, competitive pay and benefits, and a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation. If you’re ready to grow, create, and make an impact, Diversified is the place to do it.

The Senior Media Design Engineer is a member of the bespoke event spaces and media environments as a supporting contributor to the support of client design and implementation projects. The Media Design Engineer reports directly to the Northeast Media Engineering Director.  The Media Engineer will provide support through the design project life cycle from sales concept to design development, construction drawings to construction administration support. As a technical resource on a project team, you will be instrumental in the determination and execution of client and system requirements and will collaborate with support teams to bring your design to life. Through our groundbreaking workflow, you’ll have access to incredible technology and tools to help you articulate and deliver your design while being supported by global resources. 

What part will you play? 

• Contributor for complex engagements and works directly with clients and the Design Engineering team to develop specifications, designs, budgets, timelines and manage expectations. 

• Conceptualize system designs and determine system requirements 
• Provide specific engineering capabilities in the design and deployment of Media Supply Chain, MAM/PAM/DAM, ingest, NLE Platforms, Motion Graphics, Post Production Operations, Network operations, Accelerated File Transfer, Cloud Storage, Transcoding/Confirming/Framerate conversion, Captioning, Playout Services and Live Remote Transmissions.

• Provide technical expertise and coordination information to support the architecture, installation and planning of electronic security solutions 

• Develop project estimates and proposals 

• Develop the Bill of Materials (BOM) and supporting documentation 

• Develop detailed 30%, 60%, 90% and IFC drawings. 

• Research, identify, and recommend technology options for clients. 

• DE may have client interaction and contribute to the P and L performance. 

• Project lifecycle is important and learning the standards our clients are comfortable with is just as important as selling new technology and solutions where they fit. The position bears the responsibility to develop long lasting client partnerships & work with team members to maintain the account on all levels. 

• Maintains expertise in the industry through ongoing review of trade publications, participation in industry trade shows, seminars and educational forums. May author articles and/or analyze trends. 

• Provides direction and counsel to junior personnel in engineering projects and guides issue resolution. 

• Attend appropriate manufacturer trainings, attend or lead lunch and learns and continue online education. 

 
Complexity: 
  

The Media DE will work with the other DE’s and Sales Leadership on resource assignment and needs. This role may be billable in a post-sales capacity, though there are times when the Media DE will work on presales or program efforts, team management and general administration. The Media DE team will work on the most complex systems, the most complex client needs and the largest projects. 

Physical Demands: 
  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be met by an employee.  Work will normally be performed within normal office conditions and/or home office depending on location of Media DE. On occasions the employee may be exposed to construction site conditions. Employee will be responsible for their safety while on job sites and to comply with all safety regulations in place by the GC. Use of PPE is usually required on job sites. The employee can typically spend at least 50% of their time on their feet and be required to mobile around the construction site. The individual is regularly required to use keyboards, test equipment and controls required for SI installation projects.  Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth vision. 

Travel: 
  

Occasional travel by car and occasional airplane trips are required. Employee must possess a valid driver’s license in their state of residence. Employee will be required to use their own vehicle and will be reimbursed for mileage at the current corporate rate.  

 
What do we require from you? 
  

Education/Certifications: 

• High school diploma or GED required 

• Associates degree required and/or equivalent experience. 

• Proficient in AutoCAD, BIM and MS Office 365 

• Certifications or training within Milestone and Lenel required 

• Certifications or training with in Genetec, Avigilon and S2 preferred 

• Bachelor’s degree preferred  

• Other relevant certifications may be required or preferred based on the technology focus of the position. 

 
Required/Knowledge, Experience and Skills: 

• 5+ years of experience in technical systems designing 

• A clear understanding of project phases Program, Conceptualization, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, Construction and Commissioning. 

• A thorough, demonstrable understanding of the construction process, installation and integration as well as architectural and construction drawings and specifications. 

Preferred: 

• Detailed oriented, independent, self-starter 

• Exceptional time management skills with a track record for meeting deadlines 

• Excellent communication skills 

• Ability to analyze complex issues and communicate concise succinct messages 

• High level of problems solving and technical troubleshooting skills 

What We Offer:

We believe great people deserve great benefits. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial wellbeing, and work-life balance:

• Multiple medical plan options to fit you and your family’s needs
  • HSA & HRA company contributions
• Dental coverage, including orthodontic benefits, and vision plans
  Company-paid benefits
  • Basic Life, AD&D
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off — 3 weeks PTO plus company holidays and floating holidays
• 401k with company match
• Paid maternity leave
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• A wide range of voluntary benefits including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Homeowners and Auto Insurance, Supplemental Life and AD&D coverage, and Legal Services
• Commuter benefits
• And much more