Pre-Sales Engineer – Audio Visual (AV)
Posting Date : 9/18/2025
KSA
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Solution Design & Consulting:
Collaborate with the sales team to understand client business needs and AV requirements.
Conduct site surveys, needs assessments, and discovery sessions with clients.
Design comprehensive AV solutions including:
Video conferencing systems (Zoom Rooms, Microsoft Teams Rooms, Cisco Webex).
Control systems (Crestron, Extron, AMX).
Digital signage, unified communications, large format displays, projectors, and sound systems.
Room scheduling and collaboration solutions.
Prepare technical proposals, system architecture diagrams, bills of materials (BOMs), and scope of work documents.
Stay updated on AV industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.
Client Engagement & Presentation:
Deliver compelling technical presentations, demos, and solution workshops to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Act as a trusted advisor to clients by addressing concerns and providing expert recommendations.
Clearly communicate complex AV solutions in a client-friendly manner.
Participate in pre-sales calls, workshops, and meetings to capture requirements and present solutions.
Collaboration & Support:
Partner with sales to develop winning strategies and drive business growth.
Coordinate with engineering, project management, and support teams to ensure smooth handover and execution.
Provide technical training and support to sales teams on AV technologies.
Assist in RFP/RFQ responses with detailed technical specifications and solution justifications.
Contribute to refining pre-sales processes, templates, and solution collateral.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field. Relevant certifications or equivalent experience also considered.
5–7 years of experience in pre-sales, solution architecture, or technical consulting roles, specifically within the Audio-Visual industry.
Proven success in designing and proposing integrated AV solutions.
Strong understanding of AV industry standards and best practices.
Technical Skills:
Hands-on expertise with solutions such as Crestron, Extron, AMX, Biamp, Shure, Cisco, Poly, Logitech, Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms, Dante, and AV-over-IP.
Familiarity with structured cabling standards (fiber optics, T568A/B).
Proficiency with CAD or Visio for creating technical diagrams is a plus.
Soft Skills:
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and consultative approach.
Ability to build strong client relationships and manage expectations.
Effective multitasking and time management in a fast-paced environment.
Team-oriented, collaborative, and client-focused mindset.