AutoCAD
Adam Young, CTS | DMC-D-4K
Senior AV Design Engineer
Star,ID
Summary
- Forward-thinking professional offering more than 14 years of experience working in fast-paced environments. Expertise in planning, installing and maintaining large-scale AV systems and infrastructures. Proven leader with success in building strong teams.
- Structured Senior AV Design Engineer bringing 14 years of successful industry performance to add value to technology team. Extensive knowledge of industry best practices and design build.
- Senior AV Design Engineer with 14 years of experience in CAD and AV system design. Collaborative team player with proven track record of delivering multiple, concurrent projects in accelerated environments. Drives production efficiency through qualitative analysis and process redesign..
- Nominated and awarded in September 2018 by Commercial Integrator as one of the "40 Influencers Under 40" for young talent in AV, I.T & Security Integration.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
19
19
Certifications
Work History
Engineer
CCS
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with clients to determine need and devise appropriate solutions.
- Collaborate with sales team to ensure client needs are meet.
- Concurrently worked on three, multi million dollar Council Chamber projects at the same time.
- Joined weekly construction calls to check-in on job progress.
- Created bill of materials and scope of work for projects.
- Worked with drafting department to ensure accurate drawings.
Senior Design Engineer
OEC
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Reduced production costs by optimizing materials usage and refining manufacturing processes.
- Developed innovative design solutions for challenging engineering problems, resulting in improved product performance.
- Mentored interns and entry-level engineers, helping them develop essential skills needed for success in the field of Design Engineering.
- Initiated regular progress reports meetings with clients; enhancing communication channels which led to improved customer satisfaction ratings.
Senior Design Engineer
Neurilink
12.2020 - 10.2022
- Collaborate with clients to determine need and devise appropriate software and hardware solutions.
- Proposed technical feasibility solutions for new system designs and suggested options for performance improvement of technical components.
- Designed multiple large AV-over-IP systems, both on closed AV network and over client networks.
- Manage many large clients from health care, collage campus, corporate business to full building property.
- Collaborate with sales team to ensure client needs are meet.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Interacted with architects and clients to obtain critical design information necessary to complete projects within intended time frames.
- Maintained regular list of high-end clientele due to exceptional service and outstanding pricing.
- Created diagrams and other documentation.
- Checked for accuracy and functionality during implementation of new systems.
- Researched and presented various AV options to end-users
- Interpreted technical data from drawings, blueprints, schematics and service manuals.
- Drafted documentation detailing design requirements and technical specifications.
- Designed high quality, CAD layouts, detailed drawings, assembly sketches and diagrams.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
AV Design Manager
Neurilink
05.2018 - 12.2020
- Supervised and performed human resource management functions for 3 subordinates.
- Supervised staff of 3 personnel by implementing company policies, protocols, work rules and disciplinary action.
- Chaired design team meetings and issued action items.
- Researched design trends, technology and processes and directed work of design team.
- Manage many large clients from health care, collage campus, corporate business to full building property.
- Designed multiple large AV-over-IP systems, both on closed AV network and over client networks.
- Created materials and designs in AutoCAD for use in client presentations and communications.
- Managed and expedited complex projects worth $300k+ in revenue.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained regular list of high-end clientele due to exceptional service and outstanding pricing.
- Interacted with architects and clients to obtain critical design information necessary to complete projects within intended time frames.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Recruited and developed employees for AV System Design department.
- Supervised site investigations reported issues and escalated those that required further assistance.
- Created CAD drawings using AutoCAD to convey manufacturing and production configurations.
- Drafted documentation detailing design requirements and technical specifications.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor
System Design /Field Installation Technician
Blue Sky Integrated Technologies
06.2015 - 05.2018
- Collaborate with sales team to make sure client needs are meet.
- Provided technical support to troubleshoot, and repair Audio-Video systems.
- Reviewed aspects of job upon completion to alleviate equipment failure and prevent callbacks.
- Maintained regular list of high-end clientele due to exceptional service and outstanding pricing.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Drafted documentation detailing design requirements and technical specifications.
- Interpreted technical data from drawings, blueprints, schematics, and service manuals.
- Interacted with architects and clients to obtain critical design information necessary to complete projects within intended time frames.
- Designed high quality, CAD layouts, detailed drawings, assembly sketches and diagrams.
- Performed calculations using mathematical formulas.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Managed projects from procurement to commissioning.
- Followed safety procedures to avoid injuries in field.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment according to company safety procedures.
System Design Engineer
Play Network Inc.
06.2008 - 04.2014
- Interacted with architects and clients to obtain critical design information necessary to complete projects within intended time frames.
- Collaborate with sales team to ensure client needs are meet.
- Evaluated project feasibility based on material, equipment, and labor expenses.
- Selected sustainable production materials in alignment with client budget parameters.
- Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
- Drafted documentation detailing design requirements and technical specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kentlake High School
Kent, WA 06.2003 - 06.2003
Skills
Audio Visual Design
Software
Zoom / Teams
Office Products
Bluebeam
Extron GCP (Plus)
Crestron Toolbox
Biamp
Certification
Crestron CTI- CFC Fundamentals Commercial
Timeline
Engineer
CCS
10.2023 - Current
Senior Design Engineer
OEC
10.2022 - 10.2023
Extron Control Specialist
06-2022
Extron Video Principles
05-2022
Certified DMC-D-4K, Crestron
11-2021
Crestron CTI- CFC Fundamentals Commercial
10-2021
Crestron CTI-FZ Flex for Zoom Room
10-2021
Tesira 101 - Biamp
10-2021
Certified 2nd Edition Dante Level 1, Audinate
09-2021
Certified 2nd Edition Dante Level 2, Audinate
09-2021
Senior Design Engineer
Neurilink
12.2020 - 10.2022
Extron ECS Online Course
06-2020
Extron Audio Principles
05-2020
Extron AV Associate
05-2020
Extron Connectivity Principles
05-2020
Control Principles
05-2020
Extron Fiber Optic Principles
05-2020
Extron Networking Principles
05-2020
Extron Signal Processing and Distribution Principles
05-2020
Extron Streaming Principles
05-2020
Fundamentals of Fine Pitch Direct View LED, Planar
04-2020
Avixa CTS
03-2020
AV Design Manager
Neurilink
05.2018 - 12.2020
System Design /Field Installation Technician
Blue Sky Integrated Technologies
06.2015 - 05.2018
System Design Engineer
Play Network Inc.
06.2008 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
Kentlake High School
06.2003 - 06.2003