Home Automation Engineer

eTalent; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic home automation company in the North West is seeking a Home Automation Engineer to play a key role in installing integrated smart home systems. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in residential AV installations and hands-on expertise with Control4 and Lutron technologies. This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 to £50,000 based on experience, a supportive team environment, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company vehicle

Pension plan

Opportunity to work on prestige projects

Supportive team

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Proven experience in residential AV and home automation installations.
• Hands-on experience with Control4 and Lutron systems (installation and programming).
• Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals (routers, switches, VLANs, etc.).
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Design and install fully integrated smart home systems.
• Build, wire, and configure AV and control system racks.
• Interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Test and troubleshoot systems.

Skills

Residential AV installations

Control4 systems

Lutron systems

Networking fundamentals

Rack building

Technical drawings interpretation

Communication skills

Tools

Control4 Composer

Lutron HomeWorks/QSX

Job description

Overview

Home Automation Engineer

Based in the North West

Full-Time Permanent

£40,000 £50,000 per year (negotiable based on experience)

The Role

As a key member of the installation team, you'll be hands-on throughout the entire project lifecycle from concept and design through to installation, programming, and commissioning. Working on premium residential projects, you'll take pride in crafting systems that perform flawlessly and look as good as they function.

What You'll Be Doing

• Designing and installing fully integrated smart home systems using Control4, Lutron, and other leading technologies.
• Building, wiring, and configuring AV and control system racks to a professional standard.
• Reading, interpreting, and contributing to schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Programming and commissioning systems using Control4 Composer and Lutron HomeWorks/QSX.
• Performing system testing, troubleshooting, and client handovers.
• Communicating professionally with clients, contractors, and consultants.
• Managing smaller projects or specific phases independently, with senior team support.
• Maintaining clear, detailed project documentation throughout.

What They're Looking For

• Proven experience in residential AV and home automation installations.
• Hands-on experience with Control4 and Lutron systems (installation and programming).
• Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals (routers, switches, VLANs, etc.).
• Confident in rack building and cable management best practices.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• A methodical, detail-oriented approach and pride in delivering high-quality work.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Why Join

Unlike larger companies where you may feel like just another cog in the machine, you'll be an integral part of a small, dynamic community where your ideas, creativity, and expertise truly matter. Our client prides themselves on cultivating a family environment built on trust, respect, and shared ambition they work hard, celebrate successes together, and support one another as they take on exciting challenges.

• Competitive salary (£40,000 £50,000 DOE).
• Company vehicle and uniform provided.
• Company pension.
• Opportunity to work on prestige projects in luxury properties.
• Supportive team environment with room to develop and grow your technical expertise.

How to Apply

If you take pride in precision, love technology, and want to work on projects where excellence is the standard, our client would love to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of a team that's shaping the future of smart living.