LED Digital Signage Engineer (November 2024)

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled LED Digital Signage Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the technical coordination, installation, and management of LED digital signage systems. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members. Job Responsibilities:

1. Technical Coordination and Meetings:
   • Attend site technical coordination meetings to review and discuss the contractor's submissions, shop drawings, material submittals, and other construction-related matters.
   • Collaborate with project stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and milestones.
2. Installation Supervision:
   • Lead the on-site installation of LED screens, ensuring alignment, positioning, and structural integrity.
   • Oversee the installation of network cables specifically for LED screens, ensuring all work meets industry standards.
   • Perform configuration and calibration of LED screens to ensure optimal visual performance, including brightness, contrast, and color uniformity.
   • Assemble and mount LED modules, power supplies, and control systems following technical specifications.
   • Conduct daily site visits to verify installation works, ensuring compliance with contract documents and quality standards.
3. Documentation and Approvals:
   • Prepare and manage Transmittals (TR), Material Approval Requests (MAR), Material Inspection Requests (MIR), and Work Inspection Requests (WIR).
   • Coordinate with consultants for site inspections and ensure all documentation is accurate and up to date.
4. Reporting and Communication:
   • Provide regular daily and weekly reports to the Project Manager detailing project progress and any issues encountered.
   • Liaise with vendors to resolve hardware and software issues promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines.
5. Maintenance and Support:
   • Perform routine maintenance checks on installed LED screens, ensuring ongoing optimal performance.
   • Troubleshoot and repair any issues that arise post-installation, either remotely or on-site.
   • Manage warranty claims and coordinate with vendors for component replacements or repairs.
6. Project Management:
   • Plan and coordinate site visits to ensure efficient execution of projects, addressing any logistical challenges that arise.
   • Guide fabrication work and select appropriate components for installations.
   • Perform inward quality checks on LED modules, control cards, and SMPS to guarantee product reliability.
7. System Configuration and Troubleshooting:
   • Align, configure, and troubleshoot installations to ensure optimal performance.
   • Configure remote application LED screen controllers and perform necessary program updates.
   • Implement additional display features, including power savers, timers, and environmental display selection, to enhance user experience.
8. Product Handling:
   • Manage the installation and servicing of indoor/outdoor LED screens and all types and sizes of kiosks and interactive panels.
   • Provide product demonstrations and training sessions to clients, ensuring they understand system capabilities and maintenance requirements.
9. Technical Expertise:
   • Work with video processors and controllers like NovaStar, Colorlight, Digibird, VD Wall, and screen-sharing devices.
   • Assist electricians in proper cabling and switching practices.
   • Perform load calculations and cable sizing as necessary.
   • Work with LED modules with pixel pitches ranging from P1.5 to P20.
10. Software Proficiency:
    • Configure NovaStar controllers using Nova LCT software.
    • Configure Colorlight controllers using LED Vision/LED Upgrade.
    • Utilize VIPLEX Handy and PIXEL for content management and Aero CMS for managing digital signage content.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in digital signage, AV systems, or a related field.

• Strong technical knowledge of digital signage hardware and software, including LED screens, video walls, media players, and content management systems (CMS).
• Proficiency in using AV design software and tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics accurately.
• Strong project management skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong focus on customer service.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

• Comfortable working at heights and using ladders or scaffolding as necessary.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as required.

• A combination of office and field work, including site visits for installations and maintenance.
• May require occasional evening or weekend work to meet project deadlines or resolve urgent issues.