AV Presales & Design Engineer - AL

* This is a customer-facing presales role that requires you to be located in and make frequent, on-site visits to customers around the Alabama territory.

Howard Technology Solutions stands at the forefront of advanced technology services. As the fastest-growing division of Howard Industries Inc., our double-digit growth year after year sets us apart, establishing our dominant presence in the industry. With the financial muscle of a parent company that generates over multi-billion in revenue, and strong partnerships with tech powerhouses like Cisco, Microsoft, HPE, Google and Lenovo, we are not just resellers;

we are pioneers in technology solutions customized for our client’s needs.

The purpose of an Audio/Visual Pre Sales Engineer is to provide support and assistance to the sales team specific to his/her territory regarding AV sales. This includes, but is not limited to on-site consultations, customer relations, walk-throughs, quotes, system designs and any other service, which will aid AV sales.

• Travel territory, as needed, both with and without sales reps for onsite meetings and site surveys.
• Increase AV sales in assigned territory.
• Create system designs as needed when not meeting with customers.
• Customer consultations to discuss options for system designs.
• On-site demonstrations of new technology.
• Design small to medium systems; this will include creating build of materials and scope of work for these projects.

• Have 4+ years of experience in the commercial AV industry.
• Must have and maintain understanding of the following: control systems, audio systems, projection and display solutions, matrix mixers/switchers, soft-codec systems.
• Maintain industry standard certifications – CTS, Crestron, Extron, BiAmp, AMX, Dante, QSC.
• Knowledge of AV and architectural drawings.
• Knowledge of network infrastructure.
• Have good time management and communication skills.
• Be able to identify the needs of customers and colleagues and then satisfy them in a timely manner.
• Be motivated to learn about AV products and services Howard offers as well as new technology.
• Work well within a team – be able to share ideas, listen to others and be receptive to others’ thoughts.
• Proficient in MS Office, MS Excel, and general PC-based applications.

• Medical Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K Retirement
• Education Reimbursement Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacations

Equal Opportunity Employer Vet/Disabled