Lead Engineer, Field​/Service Technician

Position: Lead Engineer (Permanent)
Location: Chaucer

Senior AV Lead Engineer - High End Residential Technology

Location:

Greater London

Employment Type:

Full time

Industry: Smart Home Technology, Home Automation, AV Integration
Our client is a long established provider of premium smart home and integrated technology solutions. They design, install and support advanced audio visual, lighting, shading, home cinema and IT network systems for luxury residential properties across London. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Senior Engineer to drive on site delivery and ensure a first class client experience.

The Role

As a Senior Engineer, you will take responsibility for delivering fully integrated AV and smart home systems on high end residential projects. Working from completed infrastructure, you will oversee second fix, equipment installation, testing and system completion. You will act as a key point of contact on site, working closely with project managers, other engineers and external contractors to ensure seamless integration of all sub systems.
This is a client facing position, so professionalism, strong communication and confidence in high value environments are essential. The company offers excellent long term development and the chance to work with cutting edge home automation technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver integrated AV, lighting and smart home systems from second fix through to final commissioning
Manage onsite documentation, snagging and handover to the service team
Liaise with project managers, senior engineers and external contractors
Attend formal handovers and ensure all client facing interactions reflect the company's high standards
Support rack builds, equipment installation and system testing
Maintain site etiquette and ensure health and safety compliance
Standard working hours 9am to 5pm, with paid overtime as required Skills and Experience

Strong experience in residential technology or AV system installation
Confident working with designers, contractors, client representatives and high net worth customers
Excellent planning, organisation and communication skills
Knowledge of satellite and aerial systems, intruder alarms, IP phone systems and integration of third party building management systems

Experience with home automation platforms such as Crestron, Control4 or Savant
Ability to complete copper terminations and build equipment, lighting and shading racks
Solid understanding of full project delivery from installation to handover What's on Offer

Work on high profile, design led residential projects
Opportunities for long term career progression
Exposure to the latest smart home and AV technologies
Supportive, specialist engineering team