**Function:** The position of System Design Engineer will involve supporting the Operations and Installation teams in the integration process through designing fully functional lighting systems, drafting infrastructure and shop/installation drawings, and addressing installation-related questions from the field. Engineering personnel report to the Engineering Manager. **Essential Duties & Responsibilities:** - Attend design and project kick-off meetings, as well as other project-related meetings, as necessary. - Draft infrastructure and installation documentation, including light plots, Lightwright files, single-line diagrams, schematics, equipment floor plans, RCPs, sections/elevations, mounting/installation details, point-to-point/box schedules, wire pull schedules, panel schedules, etc. - Collaborate with rigging and AV-specific engineers on construction drawings for interdisciplinary projects (AVLRD). - Review drawing packages drafted by other engineers as needed. - Reviewing existing bills-of-material for functional completeness per the scope of work of the project. - Authoring change orders for contracted projects as needed. - Respond to technical questions from the Operations and Installation teams during installation and update installation documentation as needed according to installation schedules. - Develop and maintain knowledge of current and new technologies the company offers. - Maintain relationships with vendors through meetings, educational sessions, and consistent communication. - Assist in the development and implementation of technical standards and processes. **Skill/Experience Requirements:** - Extensive knowledge of lighting fixtures and control systems, including 5 years of design, installation, technical theatrical, or touring/production experience. - High proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD and/or Autodesk REVIT. - Working knowledge of ETC Lighting products and integrated control systems**.** - In-depth knowledge of construction documentation, including floor plans, RCPs, building sections, schematics, and riser diagrams. - Understanding of bid processes and consultant specification documentation. - Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet or exceed project-driven deadlines. - Ability and desire to work in a team-oriented and interdisciplinary culture. - A mentality of constant process improvement. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. **Skill/Experience Preferences:** - Working knowledge of: - Lightwright - Vectorworks - High voltage (120/208v) power distribution - Low-voltage control system wiring - Networking system programming - Typical commercial building means and methods - Certifications: - ETCP Entertainment Electrician **Physical Working Conditions:** - While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard. - Ability to sit at a computer for an extended period. - Light to moderate lifting may be required.