Commercial AV Sales Engineer
Job Description
National Network Services- Commercial AV Sales Engineer
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Location: Aurora, CO
Pay Range: $75,000-$150,000 annually depending on experience
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Free Basic Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Company matched 401K
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
Founded in 1989, National Network Services is an industry leader in the installation and support of Structured Cabling, Physical Security, Audio Visual and DC power systems. In 2020, NNS joined Ascension Property Services, a nationwide group of specialty trade contractors committed to serving with loyalty, consistency, and expertise. NNS is actively seeking qualified individuals to help support our growing customer base around the US. If you are interested in joining a dynamic organization that strives to be the best at customer support and delivery, then we encourage you to apply. Our organization will afford you the opportunity to train on new systems and advance in your career. www.nnsi.net; www.ascprop.com
Position Overview
We are seeking a results-driven Commercial AV Sales Engineer to support our sales team in designing and delivering innovative audio-visual solutions for corporate, education, healthcare, hospitality, and government clients. This role blends technical expertise with consultative sales skills to develop customized AV systems that meet client objectives, budgets, and timelines.
The ideal candidate has a strong technical background in commercial AV systems, excellent communication skills, and the ability to translate complex solutions into clear value for customers.
Key Responsibilities
Pre-Sales & Solution Design
- Partner with Account Executives to identify customer needs and define technical requirements
- Lead our team in the design of complete AV systems including audio, video, control, collaboration, and networked AV solutions
- Develop system schematics, signal flow diagrams, scope of work documents, and bill of materials
- Ensure solutions align with industry standards and client IT/security policies
Sales Support
- Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations
- Lead technical discovery meetings and site surveys
- Respond to RFPs/RFQs/RFIs with accurate technical documentation
- Provide cost estimates and assist in proposal development
- Support contract negotiations from a technical perspective
Client & Vendor Engagement
- Serve as technical advisor to clients throughout the sales cycle
- Coordinate with manufacturers and distributors for product selection and pricing
- Maintain knowledge of leading AV manufacturers and emerging technologies
- Provide technical training and guidance to internal sales teams
Project Handoff
- Conduct project turnover meetings with project management and engineering teams
- Ensure accurate documentation and scope clarity prior to project execution
Required Qualifications
- 3–7+ years of experience in commercial AV integration, design, or engineering
- Strong knowledge of AV systems including DSP, video distribution, control systems, collaboration platforms, and networked AV
- Experience with platforms such as Crestron, Extron, Q-SYS, Biamp, and Shure
- Familiarity with unified communications platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom
- Ability to read architectural drawings and construction documents
- Strong understanding of AV-over-IP and basic networking principles
- Excellent presentation and customer-facing communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- CTS or CTS-D certification (AVIXA)
- Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design tools
- Knowledge of structured cabling and low-voltage systems
- Experience working in commercial construction environments
Key Competencies
- Consultative selling mindset
- Technical problem-solving
- Strong documentation skills
- Time management and organization
- Ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously
Performance Metrics
- Sales support win rate
- Proposal turnaround time
- Accuracy of BOM and technical documentation
- Client satisfaction and solution effectiveness
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary + commission/bonus structure with a year 2 total compensation target in the $115k-$150k range based on the candidate's ability to generate business.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Professional development and certification reimbursement
- Vehicle allowance or travel reimbursement
Pay Transparency
In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.