AV Installation Engineer
Alecto Recruitment
Purley · posted 21 August 2026
Salary
£40,000 – £45,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Purley, Greater London
Category
Engineering
AV Installation Engineer
London & Home Counties
£40,000 - £45,000 + Overtime + Career Progression + Industry-Leading Projects
Are you an experienced AV Installation Engineer who's tired of being "just another engineer" on site?
Do you take pride in delivering high-quality installations and want to work on exciting corporate, education and retail AV projects using the latest technology?
If you're an experienced AV professional who enjoys solving problems, takes ownership of your work, and wants to be part of a growing business that genuinely values its engineers, we'd like to talk to you.
The clients engineers are at the heart of everything we do. As we continue our growth across the UK, we're looking for skilled AV Installation Engineers to join our Operations team and help deliver exceptional AV solutions for prestigious clients.
What You'll Be Working On
You'll be involved in the installation and integration of high-end AV systems, including:
Large-format video walls
Digital signage solutions
Corporate meeting room technology
Video conferencing systems
Control systems including Crestron, Extron and QSC
Education and retail AV deployments
Multi-site AV integration projectsNo two projects are the same. You'll work alongside highly experienced engineers and project teams delivering installations that you can be proud to put your name to.
Who We're Looking For
This role is for experienced AV engineers who already understand what good looks like.
You'll likely have:
- At least 5 years' experience within the AV installation industry
- Strong first and second fix installation experience
- Experience terminating, wiring, crimping, rack building and testing systems
- The ability to work confidently from schematics, drawings and site plans
- Experience with video conferencing technologies
- Knowledge of control systems such as Extron, Crestron or QSC
- Experience installing video wall solutions from manufacturers such as Samsung, NEC or Absen
- Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering quality workmanship
- A full UK driving licence
What Makes You Stand Out
We're particularly interested in engineers who:
Take ownership rather than waiting to be told what to do
Can identify and solve issues on site
Communicate professionally with colleagues and clients
Want to continuously develop their technical skills
Hold a CTS qualification (desirable but not essential)
What You'll Be Doing
As an AV Installation Engineer, you'll be responsible for:
Delivering first and second fix AV installations to the highest standard
Installing, terminating and testing cabling infrastructure
Mounting displays, video walls, speakers and hardware
Working from drawings, schematics and technical documentation
Supporting project delivery alongside senior engineers and project managers
Conducting site surveys and reporting installation requirements
Preparing systems for commissioning and handover
Troubleshooting installation issues and finding practical solutions
Maintaining accurate documentation and installation records
Ensuring health and safety standards are consistently maintained
What You'll Receive
Salary of £40,000 to £45,000 depending on experience
Overtime opportunities
28 days annual leave
Employee discount marketplace
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing business
This Role Is Perfect For You If...
You have solid AV installation experience and want to work on larger, more technically challenging projects.
You want to be recognised for the quality of your work.
You enjoy working with good people who care about getting installs right.
You're looking for long-term career progression rather than just another engineering job.
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Apply Now
If you're an experienced AV Installation Engineer looking for your next challenge and want to work with a company that values quality, professionalism and technical excellence, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and tell us about the most technically challenging AV installation you've delivered.
Lewis (phone number removed) - (url removed)
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