Audiovisual Engineer

Integrator-42; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

I-42 is seeking freelance AV installation engineers for London and UK-wide commercial projects. The role involves on-site installation, commissioning, and integration of professional AV systems across diverse environments.

Ideal candidates will have strong Crestron/Q-SYS knowledge, solid DSP/audio understanding, and proven ability to read schematics. Must hold a full UK driving licence and be able to travel and work nights/weekends when required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial AV installations.
• Strong knowledge of Crestron and Q-SYS.
• Experience with DSP and audio systems.
• Experience with structured cabling and rack building.
• Full UK Driving Licence is mandatory.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Installation and commissioning of commercial AV systems.
• Rack building and cable management.
• Termination and testing of Cat6 and above infrastructure.
• Installing displays, projectors, microphones and DSP systems.
• Reading schematics and technical drawings.
• Fault finding and troubleshooting.
• Working alongside project managers and client teams.
• Ensuring installations are completed to the highest standard.

Skills

Commercial AV installs

Crestron

Q-SYS

Video conferencing

DSP audio systems

Structured cabling

Driving licence

Job description

AV Freelance Installation Engineers – London & UK Wide

Commercial and Residential AV Projects

Here at I-42, we're expanding our network of experienced Freelance AV Installation Engineers to support a growing portfolio of commercial and corporate projects across London and the UK!

If you have a strong background in professional AV installations and enjoy delivering high-quality work on site, we'd like to hear from you.

Role Overview

• Installation and commissioning of commercial AV systems
• Rack building and cable management
• Termination and testing of Cat6 and above infrastructure
• Installing displays, projectors, microphones and DSP systems
• Reading and interpreting schematics and technical drawings
• Fault finding and troubleshooting
• Working alongside project managers and client teams
• Ensuring installations are completed to the highest standard

Day Rates / Salary Expectations

Freelance Rates

• Depending on experience and certifications
• Outside and inside IR35 opportunities available
• Overtime and weekend work available

Permanent Equivalent

• £35,000 – £50,000+ per annum
• Senior engineers and commissioning specialists can command £50,000 – £65,000+

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in commercial AV installations
• Strong knowledge of:
• Crestron
• Q-SYS
• Video conferencing technologies
• DSP and audio systems
• Structured cabling and rack building
• Full UK Driving Licence ( MANDATORY )
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail

Preferred Certifications

• ECS Card or CSCS Card
• CTS (Certified Technology Specialist)
• Crestron training and certifications
• Q-SYS training/certifications
• IPAF
• PASMA
• First Aid at Work
• Enhanced DBS Check
• Network knowledge (TCP/IP, VLANs, Dante)
• Experience with Microsoft Teams Rooms and Zoom Rooms

Desirable Experience

Experience with any of the following would be advantageous:

• Extron
• AMX
• Biamp
• Shure
• Sennheiser
• Cisco
• Poly
• Logitech Rally systems
• Yealink
• Barco ClickShare
• Dante
• AV-over-IP technologies
• Digital Signage systems

Location

• London-based projects
• UK-wide travel required
• Night and weekend work available

I look forward to hearing from you!