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Lead AV Engineer - High-End Home Automation | 40K-55K + Bonus + Van
Location: London & Home Counties
Salary: 40,000 - 55,000 (DOE) + Paid Overtime
Company Van + Fuel Card | Ongoing Training | Company Tech | 5 Weeks Holiday
Join one of the UK's top AV integration specialists working on luxury smart homes.
We're hiring a Lead AV Engineer with strong home automation experience to join a growing team delivering bespoke smart home technology in some of the most prestigious properties in the UK.
This is a client-facing, hands-on role focusing on fault-finding, maintenance, and minimising system downtime for high-net-worth individuals. You'll lead projects and mentor junior engineers, ensuring seamless integration of Control4, Lutron, Crestron Home, and other smart home technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and resolve issues across AV, lighting control, networks, and automation systems, keeping client disruption to a minimum.
- Act fast and think critically to restore functionality in complex residential systems.
- Oversee installations, testing, commissioning, and snagging with full ownership of technical quality.
- Mentor engineers, provide on-the-job training, and uphold best practices across installs and service calls.
- Conduct site surveys, manage handovers, and maintain client relationships through top-tier service visits.
- Work with the Technical Director to advise on system design and evaluate emerging technologies.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience in smart home systems - ideally with Control4, Lutron, Crestron Home, Savant, or KNX.
- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills across Audio Visual, networking, and home automation setups.
- Leadership ability and confidence liaising with clients, contractors, and project teams.
- A hands-on mindset and pride in delivering the highest-quality finishes.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to luxury residential sites.
What's In It for You
- Excellent Salary: 40,000 - 55,000 DOE + Enhanced Overtime
- Fully Equipped Company Van: With fuel card
- Work-Life Balance: 5 weeks holiday including Christmas break
- Career Development: Training and manufacturer certifications
- Cutting-Edge Tech: Work with the latest in smart home integration
- Company Kit: Phone, laptop, branded uniform
If you're an experienced AV Engineer looking for your next leadership challenge in high-end home automation, we want to hear from you.
Apply now to join a team where quality comes first and your technical expertise truly matters.
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