Contract Video Codec Engineer Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Zachary Piper Solutions is hiring a AV Engineer that will primarily support a team of engineers. The AV Engineer is responsible for preparing and performing AV Design solutions, participate in an office setting, and occasionally helping the installation team. This is a great opportunity in the Mclean, Virginia area, or relocation to Stuttgart, Germany. This role requires the ability to obtain a TS/SCI.

Responsibilities for the AV Engineer:

• Creating Drawing Packages and Bill of Materials in CAD
• Design and testing of complex videoconferencing and integrated audio/visual technologies and A/V based collaboration technologies
• Design of audio/video systems with Crestron, AMX and Extron control systems
• Conduct customer site surveys and provide sales engineering support

Required Qualifications for the AV Engineer:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with 5+ years' OR Master's Degree in Engineering
• Developing and implementing hardware and software solutions for data center and virtual infrastructure technologies
• Demonstrated experience with developing cost estimates and work breakdown structures for the design and implementation of complex projects
• Demonstrated time management and organization skills to meet deadlines and quality objective
• Familiarity with IT, telecommunications, A/V and electrical equipment including related materials and specifications
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar software

Compensation for the AV Engineer:

• Salary range: $100,000 - $130,000 *depending on experience*
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, 401k, PTO, Paid Holidays, Sick leave as required by law

This job opens for applications on 8/21/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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