Audio-Visual Engineer

About the role

Design Science is hiring an experienced Audio/Visual Engineer to design, build, customize, troubleshoot, and maintain video streaming and recording systems that meet HIPAA standards. You’ll support both in‑house and on‑site research activities, ensuring high‑quality video capture, seamless streaming, and dependable system performance. You will collaborate closely with researchers, engineers, and clients, tailoring A/V systems to unique study needs and training users on proper setup and operation.

About Design Science

Design Science, a subsidiary of BlueRidge Life Sciences, is a fast‑growing Human Factors consulting firm dedicated to improving the quality and safety of medical devices worldwide. We partner with leading medical device and pharmaceutical companies to uncover critical insights into how users interact with medical products, helping bring safer, more intuitive technologies to market.

With headquarters in Philadelphia, PA, and offices in Evanston, IL and Munich, Germany, our team of 30+ professionals is driven by socially impactful work, collaboration, and a shared commitment to improving patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• A/V System Design & Customization — Create, build, and tailor A/V streaming and recording systems for diverse research and client needs.
• Installation & Configuration — Install, configure, and test hardware including cameras, microphones, signal processors, video scalers, recorders, and streaming equipment.
• Maintenance & Support — Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot issues, manage service tickets, and provide end‑user training.
• Live Event Support — Set up and operate portable and fixed A/V systems for usability testing sessions, field research, and live broadcasts.
• Project Management — Manage A/V projects from planning through execution, ensuring quality, timelines, and budgets are met.
• Documentation — Maintain detailed records of system designs, installations, configurations, and maintenance activities.
• Videography — Serve as videographer for in‑house and on‑site studies when needed.
• Video Editing — Edit video for deliverables and presentations; convert video and audio files as required.

Requirements

• BA/BS in Engineering or related field. AA degree considered with additional A/V experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in A/V system operation, installation, maintenance, and support.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of A/V systems, signal processing, networking, video streaming, digital media, cameras, photography, videography, and post‑processing.
• Knowledge of audio/video CODECs and A/V file formats required.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and other video editing tools.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities, excellent communication skills, effective project management, and collaborative teamwork.

Benefits

• A full-time position with competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience
• Generous PTO/Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD insurance
• 401(K) with company match
• Great office environment conveniently located in Center City Philadelphia
• Collaborative teams and all the coffee you can drink