Control Room Systems Engineer

Control Room Systems Engineer Wildfire Technology Integration Flemington, NJ$100,000–$150,000 per year (Based on experience, certifications, and applicable travel)To apply visit https://www.wildfireav.com/careers/Design the Technology That Matters.Not every AV company designs the projects we do.At Wildfire Technology Integration, our engineers design sophisticated control room and command center environments that support mission-critical operations across the country. From 911 Dispatch Centers and Emergency Operations Centers to utility control rooms, transportation management centers, security operations centers, Real-Time Crime Centers, and enterprise command centers, our work helps organizations make critical decisions when every second counts.This isn't a position designing the same conference room over and over again.Every project presents unique technical challenges, requiring creative thinking, sound engineering principles, and collaboration with some of the industry's leading manufacturers and technology partners. If you're passionate about designing innovative technology solutions that have a real-world impact, we'd love to meet you.Why Join Wildfire?At Wildfire, we believe exceptional engineers deserve exceptional opportunities.When you join our team, you'll enjoy:Designing some of the most advanced control rooms and mission-critical environments in the countryWorking with leading technologies from manufacturers including Barco, VuWall, RGB Spectrum, Samsung, Crestron, Q-SYS, Biamp, HP | Poly, Cisco, and other industry-leading partnersCompany-paid CTS certification and advanced manufacturer trainingDirect collaboration with experienced engineers, project managers, and industry expertsThe opportunity to own projects from concept through commissioningA collaborative, supportive engineering culture where innovation and quality are valuedCompetitive compensationHybrid work flexibilityExcellent health benefits, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, dental, vision, and HSAMost importantly, you'll join a company where your career has a defined path—not just a job.Wildfire has developed a structured career advancement program with clearly defined milestones for every stage of your professional growth. You'll always know exactly what skills, certifications, and accomplishments are required to reach the next level of responsibility and compensation.What You'll Be DesigningAs a Control Room Systems Engineer, you'll design complete audiovisual and visualization solutions for mission-critical environments while serving as the technical leader throughout the project lifecycle.Working alongside our sales, operations, project management, and field engineering teams, you'll develop innovative solutions that balance performance, reliability, usability, and budget.Your responsibilities will include:Designing complete control room and command center solutions from initial concept through final implementationMeeting with clients to understand operational requirements and translate them into effective technical solutionsDeveloping detailed scopes of work and engineering documentationCreating system schematics, signal flow diagrams, equipment layouts, rack elevations, floor plans, cable schedules, and Bills of Materials using industry-standard softwareEngineering video wall systems, operator workstations, KVM systems, visualization platforms, AV distribution, control systems, and network-connected technologiesCollaborating with architects, consultants, IT departments, electrical engineers, general contractors, and owner representatives throughout project developmentProviding technical guidance to the sales team during the solution development processEvaluating emerging technologies and recommending the best solution for each clientSupporting factory testing, onsite commissioning, customer acceptance, and project closeout activitiesMaintaining engineering standards, documentation quality, and design consistency across projectsParticipating in manufacturer training, trade shows, and continuing education to remain current with evolving technologiesEvery project presents a new opportunity to solve complex technical challenges and deliver systems that support critical operations.Technology You'll EngineerOur engineers regularly design solutions utilizing technologies including:Barco CTRLVuWallRGB SpectrumSamsungCrestronQ-SYSBiampCiscoHP | PolyEnterprise networkingKVM systemsLarge-format video wallsFiber optic infrastructureDigital signal processingOperator console systemsIP-based audiovisual platformsWho Thrives HereThe most successful members of our engineering team are people who:Enjoy solving complex technical challengesTake ownership of their projects from concept through completionThrive in collaborative environments while working independentlyCommunicate effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, and coworkersHave a passion for learning new technologiesThink beyond products and focus on delivering complete solutionsHold themselves to exceptionally high engineering and documentation standardsBelieve every design should improve the customer's operational effectivenessIf this sounds like you, you'll fit right in.Qualifications RequiredMinimum three (3) years of experience designing commercial AV systems, control room environments, or other complex audiovisual solutionsHigh school diploma or equivalent (Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Information Technology, or related field preferred)Experience developing AV system designs and comprehensive Bills of MaterialsProficiency creating technical documentation using AutoCAD, Visio, D-Tools, Stardraw, or similar engineering softwareStrong understanding of commercial AV system architecture and integration principlesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong customer-facing presentation and consulting abilitiesAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detailSelf-motivated with the ability to work independentlyValid driver's licensePreferredCTS, CTS-D, CTS-I, or other AVIXA certificationsExperience designing mission-critical control rooms or command centersExperience with Barco, VuWall, RGB Spectrum, Samsung, Crestron, Q-SYS, Biamp, Cisco, or similar enterprise technologiesKnowledge of enterprise networking fundamentalsExperience supporting system commissioning and customer acceptance testingSchedule: Full-time RemoteTypical hours are Monday through Friday. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support customer meetings, commissioning activities, or project deadlines.BenefitsCompetitive compensationHybrid work environment401(k)401(k) Company MatchHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA)Paid Time OffCompany-paid CTS certification supportPaid manufacturer trainingProfessional development opportunitiesOpportunities to attend industry conferences and trade showsReady to Design Something Bigger?If you're looking for an engineering career where your work directly supports public safety, utilities, transportation, corporate operations, and other mission-critical environments, we'd like to hear from you.Join Wildfire Technology Integration and help design the technology that keeps organizations connected, informed, and operating when it matters most.