Project Engineer - DCS

Position Details

Position:
Project Engineer - DCS

Department:
Digital Classroom Services

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

The Project Engineer reports to the Manager, Audio Visual Systems and Design of Technical Services and Operations for Digital Classroom Services. The role is responsible for maintaining and overseeing the functionality and operations of the technology in the 300+ learning spaces on the RU‑New Brunswick and Piscataway campuses.

• Works closely with other Project Engineers and department team members to research applications, software, and hardware improvements.
• Researches and implements pedagogical equipment for classroom improvements.
• Researches and assists in the design and implantation of latest telepresence technologies, lecture capture & active learning environments.

Minimum

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or installation and AV support experience.

Certifications / Licenses: A valid driver's license would be required for this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of audio‑visual technologies, AVoIP, various design software, and familiarity with MacOS / MS Office operating systems.
• Experience building equipment racks, understanding signal flow, designing and installing audio/visual solutions.
• Strong project management skills.
• Working knowledge of video telepresence architecture and platforms (Zoom, Teams, Webex).
• Familiarity with Biamp audio programming, Dante, Shure audio experience.
• Working knowledge and familiarity with video production, lecture capture and video conferencing and streaming.
• Experience with interactive hardware and wireless presentation technology and interactive monitors, Newline Connect and Broadcast wireless software.
• Ability to understand and read schematics, electrical and low‑voltage control diagrams.
• Good problem solving, organization, interpersonal, and communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate technical information to a nontechnical audience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two to three years minimum experience.
• CTS certification, video and audio production.
• Biamp certification, Dante Audio, telepresence qualifications.
• Extron programming.
• Working in an AVoIP environment and media production.
• Experience supervising staff.

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.

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