Director of Engineering

Brightpath Associates LLC

United States

On-site

Director

Job Title: Director of Engineering - AV & Mechanical

Location: Titusville, FL

Position Overview

We’re searching for a Director of Engineering to lead our AV and mechanical engineering operations in video technology systems which also may include some live events in the sports arenas. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with established, hands-on experience in AV systems, video camera technologies, as well as some experience in real-time broadcast environments. Ideally this role will drive process improvements and innovation, manage technical staff, and help ensure flawless execution of our scope from pre-production to post-sales and installation.

Job Duties

Lead and mentor engineering staff across multiple integration and installation projects, some live event, production and broadcast projects
Design and implement AV systems that include robotic cameras, switchers, replay systems, and LED walls
Manage technical execution during live sports events, including signal flow, camera shading, and troubleshooting
Collaborate with production, creative, and venue teams to ensure seamless integration
Maintain and upgrade AV equipment inventory and technical documentation
Manage budgets, vendor relationships, and equipment logistics
Stay ahead of emerging technologies and pilot new tools and workflows for 8K’s efficiencies.

Ideal Candidates

8+ years in AV engineering, with a strong focus on video camera systems, live events, especially sports.
Proven experience in multicamera production environments and broadcast systems
Deep knowledge of video signal flow, camera systems, audio routing, and control networks
Working knowledge of AV design tools and related software (D-Tools, Visio, AutoCAD)
Familiarity with AV inventory systems (Microsoft 365), and control software
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, Broadcast Technology, or related field

Preferred Skills

AVIXA, SMPTE, CTS-D or broadcast engineering certifications
Experience with LED wall integration, robotic camera control, and projection systems
Ability to thrive in high-pressure, fast-paced, sometimes live environments
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Leadership development training

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Brightpath is USA based executive search firm providing recruitment expertise that enables businesses to meet their workforce demands. We combine our team’s years of experience with the latest technology and insights. We understand that selecting the right senior leaders is critical to an organization's success. We use our experience to identify talent with potential rather than solely relying on the past and precedence. Brightpath is a team oriented company. We offer challenging assignments, and strive to be with our team long-term. We are committed to quality people and service. At Brightpath, we offer our team the opportunity to join a highly skilled, professional team and provide continuous professional development. Team members of Brightpath get the opportunity to work for some of the best corporations and government agencies across the country. When you work with Brightpath, we provide a challenging, exciting and professional atmosphere. We allow you to showcase your skills, and take the time to find a position that is the right fit for you. Specifically our services include; Conducting executive search for Engineering, Financial, Information Technology, Legal, Managerial, Professional, Technical and Telecomm roles to varied industries. Contact us today and let us find the perfect match.