Commissioning Engineer

Alecto Recruitment; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established AV integrator is seeking an experienced AV Commissioning Engineer with a programming focus. This role involves the commissioning and programming of sophisticated AV systems across prestigious residential properties in the UK. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Crestron, Control4, and Lutron systems. A competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 per annum is offered, along with opportunities for career progression within a supportive technical team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity to work on prestigious projects

Long-term career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an AV Commissioning Engineer or AV Programmer.
• Experience commissioning high-end residential AV systems.
• Full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning and final configuration of high-end AV systems.
• Programming and fault-finding systems with Crestron and Control4.
• Conducting client demonstrations and handovers.

Skills

Hands-on programming experience with Crestron Home

Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability

Solid understanding of IP networking

Ability to work independently

Confident communication skills

Tools

Crestron Home

Control4

Lutron Homework's

Job description

AV Commissioning Engineer (Programming Focus)

Crestron Home / Custom | Control4 | Lutron Homework's

London, Essex & Kent

£40,000 - £45,000 per annum

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen 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 is ideal for 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 play a key role in delivering fully 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, video distribution (HDBaseT, AV over IP), lighting control, 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 and 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

• 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.

Please send over an up‑to‑date CV to or you can call on (phone number removed).

Alecto Recruitment Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. If your experience matches, please forward your CV immediately.

Keywords

Senior AV Engineer, AV Installer, Audio Visual Engineer, Home Automation, Commissioning Engineer, Audio Visual Commissioning

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