Installation Engineer

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced detail-oriented Active LED Video Wall Installation Engineer to handle the physical assembly data/power wiring and technical commissioning of complex Direct View LED (dvLED) video wall setup. He will be the hands-on expert on-site ensuring pixel-perfect alignment structurally sound mounting and flawless signal routing. This role requires a blend of mechanical skill low-voltage electrical knowledge and software calibration expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Physical Mounting & Structure: Assemble level and anchor heavy-duty framing ground-support structures and wall-mount brackets according to structural blueprints.
• Module & Cabinet Architecture: Mechanically install LED cabinets and delicate pixel modules with absolute precision ensuring zero gaps warped edges or pixel damage.
• Cabling & Termination: Pull route tie and terminate low-voltage data cables (Cat6 fiber) and power lines cleanly from controllers to the display.
• Commissioning & Calibration: Configure video wall processors sending/receiving cards (e.g. NovaStar Brompton Colorlight) and scalers. Adjust color uniformity brightness and seams.
• Signal Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex signal flow issues EDID handshakes power supply failures and dead pixel modules on-site.
• Documentation & Handoff: Read/interpret architectural drawings and signal flow schematics. Document completion and provide client training upon project wrap-up.

Technical Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 24 years of hands-on experience specifically installing and commissioning Direct View LED (dvLED) or modular video walls.
• Hardware Expertise: Deep knowledge of major LED brands (e.g. Unilumin Planar Samsung LG Absen) and structural mounting systems (e.g. Peerless-AV Chief).
• Processor Mastery: Proven proficiency with video wall processing software and hardware (e.g. NovaStar LCT/V-Can Brompton Tessera RGB Spectrum Barco).
• Networking & Signals: Strong grasp of AV network protocols IP addressing HDCP and digital video signals (HDMI DisplayPort SDI).
• Certifications (Highly Preferred):
  • AVIXA CTS or CTS-I.
  • Manufacturer-specific LED certifications (NovaStar Absen Planar etc.).

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Note: This is a highly active physically demanding field position.

• Must be comfortable working at heights on scaffolding scissor lifts or tall ladders (up to 20 feet).
• Ability to lift and carry up to 5060 lbs regularly (led cabinets structural steel tools).
• Excellent fine-motor skills and visual acuity (must have color vision to accurately calibrate panels and terminate fine wires).
• Ability to work in tight spaces behind video walls and stand for extended periods.
• Travel: Willingness to travel to various project sites (local or regional) up to Insert % here e.g. 50% of the time.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills under tight event or construction deadlines.
• Professional client-facing and clear communication skills.
• Extreme attention to detailunderstands that a fraction of a millimeter off-level at the base results in an unusable display at the top.