Service - Customer Support Engineer
, AZ, United States
**Service - Customer Support Engineer** Location **AZ** Job Code **85** # of openings **1** **Job Functions**
The primary role of the CSE is to manage the needs of system issues of varying complexity, keeping a firm understanding of case creation and management throughout each customer support matter theyre involved in.
* Case creation and management with attention to expected service level objectives and timeframes.
* Read and interpret installation drawings and documentation (Signal flows, facilities diagrams, network schedules, inventory, etc.).
* Adhere to documents for best-known methods and best practices for configuring and commissioning equipment.
* Maintain and update any stored assets related to configuring systems, including IP address information per device, firmware, software, etc.
* Advanced configuration of network switches as needed (VLANS, Multicast, QoS, etc.).
* Remotely configure network devices and establish communication.
* Remotely troubleshoot and configure Dante audio subscriptions as needed.
* Work with manufacturers, on-site technicians, and occasionally customer contacts to troubleshoot equipment and process repairs.
* Remotely validate proper video and audio and control settings.
* Remotely test and troubleshoot system issues with customers or other on-site technical resources.
* Configure settings on all devices per project documentation.
* Correct audio DSP configurations and verify correct routing and signal flow as required by the system specifications.
* Deploy control system updates as required to resolve programming issues. Properly document revisions to code modified by yourself or others and ensure archival to past project records.
* Provide feedback to the engineering department on design methodology when field issues are discovered to promote continual improvement.
* Accurately track time to each project/case using provided web and mobile apps.
* Produce scope of work for remote site visits.
* Provide remote direction to L3 subcontractors and full-time employees.
* Participate in departmental group meetings.
* Some travel to local sites and remote sites may be required.
* Provide feedback to the executive team and department managers on improvements to quality and efficiency within our processes.
* Create technical documentation for customer and L3AV support staff use.
* Provide customer training as needed.
* Assist L3AV shop and programming staff with staging and on-site programming deployments.
* Assist with programming and design updates for L3AV systems.
* Conduct product testing as directed by Software Engineering Manager and VP of Engineering or Process Development staff.
* Assist as needed with the final check-out of installed systems, including creating and maintaining a formal closeout functional test plan.
* Effective interaction between department teams and with customers. This role requires communication between multiple team members to understand the scope of the system operation.
* Attention to detail. Ability to bring systems back to 100% functionality or swiftly determine if onsite actions are required.
* Problem solving and troubleshooting skills. It is expected that the CSE can understand and correct system issues and provide solutions.
* IT network switch configuration and configuring IP settings on devices. Intermediate network troubleshooting.
* Proficient in working with the following software tools/products: Biamp, Netgear, Shure, QSC, Crestron, AMX, Extron, Polycom, Cisco, Zoom, Skype for Business.
* Proficient in Windows/Microsoft Office products.
* Demonstrate a willingness and passion for learning new techniques and procedures.
* Read and write at or above a college level.
* Read and understand technical documentation (equipment manuals, installation guides, written procedures, policies, etc.).
* Must possess a valid Drivers License and have a clean driving record.
* The physical demands of this position are those that are necessary to meet the responsibilities and essential functions of this position.
* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee.
* Employee will be required to follow any other instructions and perform any other duties within reason requested by their supervisor.
* Conduct oneself when communicating with customers or on customer property with the utmost professionalism and demonstrate an awareness of the sensitive nature of that work environment.
* Positive and effective interaction with internal and external customers.
* This position is not meant to include installation tasks such as mounting displays, speakers, projectors, etc.
* Working with ladders or lifts may be required.
#J-18808-Ljbffr