Lead Commissioning Engineer

Kinly’s Global Services; Sunbury-on-Thames, London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in AV technology seeks a Lead Commissioning Engineer to oversee the commissioning of complex AV systems in a collaborative setting. The role offers personal development opportunities within a well-regarded team working on projects for high-profile clients in various environments.

Benefits

Personal development opportunities

Large company benefits

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience commissioning AV systems from leading brands.
• Proven ability to read technical documents and schematics.
• A strong understanding of AV signal flow and network protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning of AV and UC systems, ensuring compliance with specifications.
• Perform Factory and Site Acceptance Testing, including system calibration.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

AV system commissioning

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Technical leadership

Communication

Education

Relevant technical qualifications in AV or electronics

Industry certifications such as CTS

Tools

Crestron

Biamp

QSC

Cisco

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Role: Lead Commissioning Engineer

Location: London or Sunbury-on-Thames, UK Kinly operate a hybrid working arrangement)

Salary: Negotiable (depending on experience), plus large company benefits and personal development opportunities

Hours: Monday – Friday: 9am – 5.30 pm (with some flexibility available)

Kinly is a global leader in Audio Visual and Unified Communications technology, partnering with numerous high-profile organizations to enhance collaboration, engagement, and productivity. We design, engineer, and support AV and collaboration technology solutions that deliver real business value and exceptional user experiences.

Currently we have a new opportunity to join the talented operational service delivery team at Kinly; where you will have the opportunity to work on innovative projects; have the chance use the latest technologies; operate in a highly collaborative environment, undertake impactful assignments and have a company/team committed to personal and career development.

By joining this team, you'll be embarking on a journey of growth, innovation, and impact and we invite you to be part of our mission to create extraordinary solutions and experiences for our clients.

Working as the Lead Audio Visual (AV) Commissioning Engineer you will take ownership of the commissioning process for complex AV and Unified Communications (UC) systems, ensuring they are delivered to the highest standards of performance, reliability, and user experience.

As a technical leader, you will work closely with project managers, design engineers, and installation teams to verify, test, and optimise integrated AV systems across a variety of environments, including corporate, education, and public sector spaces.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the commissioning of AV and UC systems, ensuring full compliance with design specifications and client expectations

• Perform detailedFactory Acceptance Testing (FAT)andSite Acceptance Testing (SAT), including system calibration, configuration and final tuning

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across AV, control, network and DSP systems to ensure optimal system performance

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior commissioning engineers and installation teams

• Deliver end-user training and system handovers when required

• Collaborate with manufacturers and suppliers to resolve technical challenges and stay current with product developments

• Support project managers in planning, scheduling and delivering projects on time and within scope

• Maintain accurate documentation of commissioning activities, test results, and system configurations

Skills & experience:

• Extensive hands-on experience commissioning AV systems from leading brands such asCrestron, Biamp, QSC, Cisco, Microsoft, Shure, Sennheiser, NEC, Poly and Zoom

• Strong understanding of AV signal flow, control systems, DSP programming and networked AV solutions

• Proven ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, project documentation and control code

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively under pressure

• Good understanding of IT networks and protocols relevant to AV systems

Qualifications

• Relevant technical qualifications in AV, electronics, or a related field

• Industry certifications such asCTS with manufacture qualifications in Crestron, Biamp, Q-SYS, Microsoft Teams, Ciscoare highly desirable

• Proven experience in AV commissioning

If you are selected for interview, and need any reasonable adjustments made for your interview, please let the Talent Acquisition team know, at the point of scheduling.

If you do require details of the vacancy or the application process in an alternative format, please either email [e-mail] outlining your requirements; or you can view the vacancy via the Kinly page on Vercida which allows you to customise the content so that you can review in a way that works best for you.

About Kinly

Kinly is the globally trusted AV and UCC technology advisor to world-class organisations. Our solutions drive maximum collaboration, engagement and productivity to enable a world where people can work together, from everywhere. Our people are unified by a passion for helping teams achieve their workplace communication and collaboration goals, irrespective of complexity, location or project size. We design, engineer and support audio visual and collaboration technology solutions that add real business value and deliver exceptional user experiences, every time.

Why Kinly?

We are experienced: When you join our family you’ll be part of a multi-award-winning team made up of the industry’s most innovative professionals.

We are proven: The world’s leading global businesses rely on us to deliver secure and reliable meeting experiences. Come with us on our journey.

We are independent: We partner with the world’s best AV vendors to deliver our customers unrivalled access to cutting edge technology tailored to their exact needs.

We are global: You’ll be working with alongside the world’s leading brands and supporting them on high-profile, international projects.

Equal Opportunities:

At Kinly, we are unified by a commitment to providing a working environment that is as inclusive, responsible and welcoming as possible for all our teams and prospective employees. We provide equal employment where all applicants are encouraged to apply, regardless of sex, age, gender identity, pregnancy, colour, race, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, religion or any other protected characteristics. We want you to bring your true self to work and provide you with a workplace where you can thrive. We welcome your application and look forward to seeing you at Kinly soon.