Senior Engineer in Sheffield

Vivedia | Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

Advanced Engineer

As one of our Senior (Advanced) Engineers, you’ll play a key role in shaping and supporting our expert installation and service engineering team. Living our Customer First value, you’ll ensure every project is delivered to the highest technical standards, with quality, care, and attention at the heart of everything we do.

You’ll work closely with our Engineering Management team, Chief Engineer and Project Managers, bringing a Smart and Commercial mindset to every decision—ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and right first time. You’ll also mentor and coach engineers across the team, helping us continuously improve and build a friendly, collaborative, and high‑performing engineering culture.

This is a national role. Our projects take us all over the UK, so you’ll need to be comfortable travelling nationwide and staying away from home between 1‑4 nights per week, depending on project requirements. In return, you’ll enjoy variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a real impact on projects that matter. Plus it will be all expenses paid of course.

At Vivedia, we believe in being Dependable, Friendly, and Simple—trusting our people to take ownership, make the right calls, and communicate clearly. We’ll give you the tools, training, and support to thrive, and we’ll empower you to truly own the problem, always doing what’s right for our customers and our business.

Responsibilities

• Extensive experience in the Audio‑Visual industry, with a strong background in AV systems design, integration, and engineering leadership.
• Proven track‑record of managing installation teams, working hands‑on from 1st fix to commissioning.
• Deep understanding of AV technologies including Video distribution, Networking, control systems (e.g., Crestron, Extron), audio processing, projection, and display systems.
• Strong team management and organisational skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Willing to travel UK wide to install systems (including overnight stays) & weekend and OOH when required. We won\’t ask for more than 6 weekends per year.

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, AV Technology, or a related field.
• Industry certifications (e.g., CTS, CTS‑D, CTS‑I).
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar AV design tools.
• Help us grow and improve our engineering team, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
• Oversee the off‑site prefabrication, and installation of AV systems into our customer sites.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and health and safety regulations.
• Assist with the development and implementation engineering best practices, processes, and documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and support professional development within the team.
• Keep up to date with emerging AV technologies and trends, recommending strategic technical improvements and supporting our Hardware and Software development teams.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide expert‑level support when needed.
• Lead the onsite installation team to deliver our bespoke AV installations anywhere in the UK.
• Deliver great customer service and strive for ‘right first time’ engineering.
• Position yourself as an SME in one of our core technologies.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now and help us turn AV Engineering into something extraordinary.

Benefits

• 📈 Performance Bonuses
• 🎓 Learning & Development
• 🍽 Free Tea, Coffee & Fruit

Our Values

• We put families and customers at the heart of everything we do, delivering exceptional service and valuing quality over quantity.
• We respond fast when it matters, maintain secure and reliable systems, and take a right‑first‑time approach.
• Professional but human — we work collaboratively, support one another, and create a positive, fun workplace.
• Easy to access and use. We use plain English, avoid jargon, and simplify wherever possible.
• Our subject‑matter knowledge is second to none. We share best practice, innovate, and keep pushing boundaries.
• We work in partnership with our customers, are honest, deliver value for money, and always put great service before profit.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing

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