AVL System Design Engineer

AVL System Design Engineer

At Churchfront, we believe technology—when paired with timeless truths—can unlock new potential in ministry. We're a national AVL integrator serving churches across the United States, designing and installing clear, reliable, and distraction-free systems that help churches steward technology wisely and maximize their kingdom impact.

We're looking for an AVL System Design Engineer to join our design and engineering team. This role is for someone who thrives in the details—translating big-picture concepts into precise, buildable documentation that sets our install crews up for success.

The AVL System Design Engineer is responsible for supporting the full design lifecycle of Churchfront's AVL projects—from concept design through schematics, cable schedules, and final documentation packages handed over to our installation crews and clients.

This role reports to the Director of Design and Engineering and collaborates closely with our consulting and projects teams throughout the design lifecycle.

This is a detail-driven, technical role. You'll spend most of your time in Vectorworks, producing system drawings, signal flow diagrams, cable schedules, and construction documents that reflect AVIXA standards and Churchfront's commitment to quality. You'll work closely with our Director of Projects and senior design staff to bring program report recommendations to life as fully engineered, install-ready packages.

We don't just design systems—we design confidence. When our install crew opens a drawing set on-site, there should be zero ambiguity. When a church receives their documentation package, it should reflect the same standard of excellence we bring to every project.

Concept Design & Development:
Take program report recommendations and begin translating them into preliminary system layouts, equipment placement plans, and signal flow concepts. Collaborate with the design team to refine scope, identify constraints, and align system architecture with the church's ministry goals.

Schematic Design & Engineering Documentation:
Produce detailed system schematics, block diagrams, signal flow drawings, and rack elevations in Vectorworks. Develop cable schedules, connector specifications, and labeling conventions that leave no room for interpretation on the job site.

Construction Documentation:
Create install-ready drawing sets that include equipment locations, conduit routing, cable pathways, power requirements, and mounting details. Ensure all documentation is organized, version-controlled, and consistent across the project.

Coordination & Handoff:
Coordinate with project leadership to ensure designs align with budgets, timelines, and site conditions. Prepare documentation packages for install crews that are clear, complete, and actionable. Support client-facing handoff documentation as needed.

Standards & Quality:
Maintain Churchfront's design standards and drawing templates. Flag design conflicts, constructability issues, or specification gaps before they become problems on-site. Stay current with AVIXA standards and industry best practices for AVL system design.

Proficiency in Vectorworks (required—this is your primary tool)

Strong understanding of audio, video, and lighting system design for houses of worship or similar venues

Experience producing schematics, cable schedules, signal flow diagrams, and construction documents

Familiarity with AVIXA standards and pre-design/design workflows

Comfort reading and producing reflected ceiling plans, equipment layouts, and rack elevations

Electrical engineering background is a plus but not required

CTS or CTS-D certification is a plus

Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines without sacrificing quality

Act like an owner—you take full responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of your work

Lead with humility—you're eager to learn, unafraid to ask questions, and open to feedback

Leave no room for ambiguity—your drawings speak for themselves

Think ahead—you anticipate install challenges before they show up on the job site

Value results over excuses—when something isn't right, you fix it

Care about the mission—you understand that every drawing you produce ultimately serves the local church