AV Project Engineer

Hawk Brown Recruitment; Derby; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced AV Project Engineer for a field-based role in Derby. The position requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in installing audiovisual systems, excellent communication skills, and certifications in AV essentials. The ideal candidate will support various installation projects, ensuring quality standards are met. Responsibilities include on-site installations, liaising with manufacturers, and supervising junior team members. Flexibility to work overnight across the UK is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience installing AV equipment.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Hold a UK Driving License.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the installation of audiovisual systems on-site.
• Organise and prepare all required materials for installations.
• Ensure all work meets internal company quality standards.

Skills

Installing AV equipment

Communication skills

Teamwork

Understanding of technical documentation

Time management

Education

CTS AV Essentials certification

Avixa Elements of System Fabrication certification

Crestron Engineers Course certification

Tools

MS Office software

Job description

AV Project Engineer

Derby - Field Based

£35K per annum plus overtime

Our client is seeking an experienced AV Project Engineer to join their team. Supporting clients around the Derby area you will be supporting with a number of installation Audio Visual projects. You will:

• Carry out the installation of audiovisual systems on site
• Organise and prepare all required materials and equipment ahead of site installations
• Complete first and second fix activities, including structured cabling and AV hardware installation
• Install and connect AV equipment in line with system designs, schematics, and technical drawings
• Apply strong technical knowledge and attention to detail to identify potential issues early and take appropriate corrective action
• Ensure all work is delivered in line with internal company quality standards
• Accurately interpret technical documentation to guarantee correct and precise on-site installation, seeking guidance where necessary
• Maintain engineer vehicles with appropriate stock levels of tools and consumables
• Take responsibility for the sign-out and collection process of equipment and materials required for site work
• Support rack assembly and pre-installation system staging prior to site deployment
• Provide assistance with escalated support issues that require additional engineering input
• Liaise directly with manufacturers to resolve technical queries or issues when instructed
• Where required, supervise and guide junior team members or subcontractors during on‑site activities on smaller projects
• Provide consistent updates on the status and progress of assigned tasks
• Ensure all required documentation is accurately completed, signed where necessary, and returned to the appropriate stakeholders

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a minimum 3 years installing AV equipment
• Have a good level of experience on‑site implementing AV installations
• Have certification on CTS AV Essentials, Avixa Elements of System Fabrication & Crestron Engineers Course
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Be a strong team player
• Have a good level of understanding of technical documentation
• Have a good level of understanding around MS Office software
• Be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Have excellent time management
• Hold a UK Driving License
• Hold no known barriers preventing government and military level security vetting processes
• Be willing to work away overnight anywhere across the UK or internationally
• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 40kg over short distances and use specialist equipment if available