Senior Audio Visual Engineer in St. Albans, Hertfordshire
Posted by Alecto Recruitment
£35,000 – £40,000 a year
St. Albans · Permanent
SENIOR AUDIO VISUAL ENGINEER
SMART HOME AUTOMATION
RESIDENTIAL
£35,000 TO £45,000 PER ANNUM
HERTFORDSHIRE
Senior AV Engineer - Hertfordshire & Surrounding Areas
Smart Home & AV Integration Company
Are you an experienced and highly technical AV Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to grow within a forward-thinking company? Do you have a passion for smart home technology, automation, and high-end AV installations? If so, this could be the perfect role for you!
About The Client:
The client are dedicated to designing, installing, and supporting cutting-edge smart home solutions across the residential, commercial, and hospitality sectors. With over 20 years of expertise and a team of CEDIA-certified professionals, we take pride in delivering world-class systems with a focus on robust networking, quality components, and seamless design integration.
About the Role:
We are looking for a skilled Senior AV Engineer to join our team. This role involves a mix of hands-on installation, programming, and mentoring junior team members on-site. You'll be working closely with our project managers to lead AV installations, ensuring projects are completed to the highest standards.
You should be comfortable working directly with clients, building strong relationships, and collaborating with other trades on-site. Attention to detail, professionalism, and a passion for delivering outstanding results are essential for this role.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead AV and smart home installations on client sites
Install, commission, and program high-end AV and home automation systems
Interpret wiring schematics and technical drawings
Build, install, and test AV racks
Conduct troubleshooting and fault-finding on-site
Mentor and manage junior engineers during projects
Maintain strong client relationships and ensure a seamless installation process
What The Client is Looking For:
✅ Strong practical skills and understanding of construction techniques
✅ Excellent problem-solving abilities and fault-finding skills
✅ Ability to interpret wiring schematics and technical drawings
✅ Good IT/networking knowledge (TCP/IP, routers, access points)
✅ Strong client-facing and communication skills
✅ Experience with Control4, Crestron, or similar automation systems (programming experience is a bonus)
✅ Hands-on experience with AV installations, including video matrix systems, lighting control, and networking solutions
✅ Familiarity with brands such as Lutron, Rako, Blustream, AVPro Edge, Ubiquiti, and Ruckus
✅ Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel
✅ CEDIA or AVIXA certification (advantageous but not essential)
What They Offer:
Competitive Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 (depending on experience)
Performance-Based Bonus
Company Pension
Company Vehicle
Ongoing Training & Development
Opportunities for Career Progression in a Growing Company
Work Environment & Flexibility:
Standard hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (with flexibility based on project requirements)
Occasional overnight stays may be required (kept to a minimum)
Dynamic and supportive team culture, with a strong focus on collaboration and career development
This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of a growing and innovative company in the fast-evolving world of smart home technology. If you're looking to take your AV career to the next level and work on exciting, high-end projects, we'd love to hear from you!
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How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications to (url removed) or you can call on (phone number removed) # 207.
Alecto Recruitment Limited is acting as an employment business for this vacancy.
We thank all applicants who respond, but only those shortlisted will be contacted.
Keywords:
Senior AV Engineer, AV Installer, Audio Visual Engineer, Smart Home Engineer, Control4 Programmer, Crestron Programmer, Lutron Programmer, Networking Specialist, IP Network Engineer, Home Automation, Super-Prime Residential AV, AV Project Manager, High-End AV Engineer
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