At a Glance
- Tasks: Commission and programme high-end AV systems for luxury homes and commercial spaces.
- Company: Join a leading AV integrator known for innovative projects and a supportive team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and exposure to cutting-edge AV technologies.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities across London, Essex, and Kent.
- Why this job: Make an impact on prestigious projects while honing your programming skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in AV commissioning and strong programming knowledge required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 45000 £ per year.
- AV Commissioning Engineer - Programmer (LS32975) Chelmsford, England
- Overview
An opportunity for an experienced AV Commissioning Engineer with strong programming knowledge to join a well-established and growing high-end residential and commercial AV integrator.
This role suits an engineer who enjoys the technical detail of commissioning, programming, system optimisation, and client handover, working on bespoke AV and smart home installations across prestigious residential properties and commercial environments throughout London, Essex, and Kent.
You will deliver integrated, reliable, and intuitive AV and control systems, working closely with installation teams, project managers, and end clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Commissioning and final configuration of high-end AV and control systems
- Programming, modifying, and fault-finding systems using Crestron Home & Crestron Custom, Control4, Lutron Homework’s
- Testing, configuring, and optimising audio distribution systems
- Testing, configuring, and optimising video distribution (HDBase T, AV over IP)
- Testing and configuring lighting control
- Managing integrated control systems and home cinema systems
- Diagnosing and resolving software and system integration issues
- Carrying out system upgrades, amendments, and refinements post-install
- Working from schematics, drawings, and scope documents
- Conducting client demonstrations and handovers, ensuring an excellent user experience
- Liaising with project managers and installation teams to ensure projects are delivered to specification
- Providing technical support during and after commissioning
- Maintaining high standards of workmanship, documentation, and customer service
Skills & Experience Required
- Proven experience as an AV Commissioning Engineer, AV Programmer, or Senior AV Engineer
- Hands-on programming experience or strong working knowledge of Crestron Home, Crestron Custom, Control4, Lutron Homework’s
- Solid understanding of IP networking, including managed switches, DHCP / Static IP addressing
- Experience commissioning high-end residential AV systems
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability
- Ability to work independently and manage commissioning phases on site
- Confident communicating with clients, contractors, and internal teams
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable (But Not Essential)
- Manufacturer certifications (Crestron, Control4, Lutron)
- Experience with home cinema calibration
- Knowledge of AV over IP solutions
- Exposure to commercial AV environments
- Experience providing remote support and system updates
- What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary of £40,000 – £45,000 per annum
- Opportunity to work on prestigious, technically interesting projects
- Supportive and knowledgeable technical team
- Long-term career progression within a growing company
- Exposure to the latest AV and smart home technologies
- Varied role covering London, Essex, and Kent
- Who This Role Would Suit
- This role is ideal for an experienced AV Commissioning Engineer looking to focus more on programming
- A Senior AV Engineer ready to step into a more technically focused role
- A Control Systems Engineer with strong AV integration knowledge
Interested?
If you are passionate about high-end AV, enjoy programming and commissioning complex systems, and want to work on premium projects, we would love to hear from you.
Alecto Recruitment Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. If your experience matches, please forward your CV immediately.
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