System Designer - AV

About the Position

System Designer - AV

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Full Time

Engineering

Mid Level

This position is responsible for Audio Visual system design and review of system functionality to determine proper operation of conferencing, audio processing, video distribution, control systems, and other AV systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drawings and wiring diagrams, based upon project plans and specifications, showing locations of devices, equipment, and wiring, etc. for audio-visual projects.
• Develop functional design, construction drawings, DSP and control programming, and equipment specifications for audio, video, control, and network equipment.
• Prepare AV construction documents for both building renovations and new construction projects.
• Design and apply audio-visual systems, including conferencing and collaboration rooms, AV over IP, digital signage, paging and mass notification, and AV control systems.
• Responsible for all aspects of audio-visual design within designated projects.
• Conduct surveys to gather field data; prepare drawings, layouts, and other visual aids; prepare technical construction drawings. Reviews the development of designs for compliance with applicable codes, adopted engineering standards, and good engineering practices.
• Deliver technical presentations to internal and external audiences as required as part of the design process.
• Work in a close team environment with Sales, Project Management, and Installation Departments.
• Work with CAD Drafters to produce installation and drawing packages.
• Engineering sales support and review of the functionality and design of systems being proposed by account managers.
• Set up and test new products and design concepts such as AV over IP endpoints, control processors, network switches, custom-designed systems, etc.
• Coaching and mentoring of System Designers and Systems Engineers as requested.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Technical 2-year degree or better and/or 3-5 years of audio-visual industry design experience.
• Experience engineering audio-visual systems, preferably experience with security/access control, DAS, and/or Structured Cabling.
• Certification in 2 control or DSP platforms (such as Extron Control Specialist, Crestron, QSC Q-SYS, or Biamp Tesira) or equivalent documented experience.
• Certification in 2 audio or video distribution platforms (such as Extron AV Associate, Dante Level 2, or Crestron DM NVX) or equivalent documented experience.
• Certification as an AVIXA CTS (Certified Technology Specialist) or equivalent documented experience.
• Knowledge of NEC Code, AVIXA standards, and low voltage systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computerized business systems.

Nice to Have

• Certification in Networking Dante Level 3 and/or AVIXA CTS-D (Certified Technology Specialist – Design).
• General knowledge of network security principals including data routing, switching, wireless radios, multicasting, VPNs, AV over IP, DAS, and/or Structured Cabling, and Enterprise-level Access Control Systems.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to effectively communicate (i.e., see, hear, speak, and write clearly) in order to communicate with colleagues and/or customers; manual dexterity required for occasional reaching, lifting of light office objects, and operating office equipment.

Working Conditions

• The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted, and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate.

We Offer

Pay Rate: $63,960.00 - $93,000 (DOE)

About the Company

Backed by more than a century of Bosch innovation, Bosch Building Technologies North America is driven by a simple belief: buildings should protect, inspire, and empower the people inside them. We partner with organizations to create smart, connected environments that feel safer, work smarter, and support a more sustainable future. With decades of regional experience and teams rooted in communities across North America, we bring together integrated security, fire detection, building automation, and energy solutions, all delivered by people who genuinely care. Our experts are committed to excellence, guided by digital innovation, and passionate about creating experiences that make every building feel like it’s working for you.

In 2026, Robert Bosch unified its global building technology integrator operations under the name of Bosch Building Technologies. As part of this transition, Paladin Technologies and Climatec combined their branch networks, creating a product-agnostic systems integrator focus on delivering flexible, future-ready solutions, offering customers an expanded, cross-domain service portfolio working as one cohesive team to deliver greater value under a stronger Bosch identity.

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability & veterans, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process, please send an email or call 1-855-296-3199 to speak with Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request.

We thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.