Job Description:

FOUNDRY INTEGRATION

Foundry, Crafted Technology

Role: AV Engineer (Luxury Residential, Commercial & Hospitality)

Foundry provides AV and IT services to residential users as well as commercial and hospitality clients in London, the Southeast, and internationally. We are positioning ourselves as a primary supplier of AV and Smart Home installation services to a fast-changing industry, seeking an ambitious candidate keen to help shape the future growth of the business.

Whether you come from a background in Residential AV, Commercial AV, CCTV, Access Control, Lighting Controls, or BMS, this role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology—including bespoke home cinemas, multi-room audio, smart lighting, and robust network infrastructure. We believe in genuine career progression, ongoing professional development, and investing in our people.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Project Delivery & Installation: Daily attendance to install, configure, second-fix, and maintain integrated AV systems, displays, audio systems, equipment racks, CCTV, and associated smart home technologies across residential, commercial, and hospitality environments. Manage various simultaneous projects from start to finish on-site and remotely when required.
• Infrastructure & Cabling: Support network and IT infrastructure installations, including structured cabling, HDBaseT systems, cable terminations, and equipment connections.
• Technical Drawings & Administration: Work accurately from technical drawings, schematics, and design specifications on bespoke builds. Ensure management, audit-proofing, and clear noting of all administrative and system input requirements.
• Fault Finding & Maintenance: Carry out testing, fault-finding, servicing, emergency call-outs, maintenance, and remedial works on client systems.
• Collaboration: Work closely with project manager, designers, programmers, and fellow engineers to deliver projects on time, safely, and to the highest standard of craftsmanship.

Requirements & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant industry experience in AV, CCTV, Access Control, Lighting Controls, BMS, or similar technical environments.
• Strong understanding of AV systems, equipment, and installation best practices, with an understanding and practical installation experience of Networking, Lutron Lighting, and HDBaseT as a minimum.
• Practical experience with cable management, terminations, and second-fix work.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering immaculate, high-quality workmanship.
• Full UK Driving Licence (a must).

Desirable / Bonus Skills:

• Experience with luxury automation platforms and programming (e.g., Control4, Crestron, Savant, Lutron).
• CEDIA training or certifications.
• CSCS card or higher safety credentials.
• Industry-specific manufacturer training (requires valid, in-date certification/membership).

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
• Equipment Provided: Company Van, Company Laptop, and Company Phone.
• Specialist Training: Commitment to providing necessary training, manufacturer/programming accreditations (Savant, Crestron, Lutron, etc.), and ongoing professional development.
• Career Progression: Clear pathways into Senior Engineer and technical leadership roles.
• Health & Wellness: Company Pension Scheme, Private Medical Insurance, and Health Cash Plan.

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 DOE + Benefits (Company Van / Laptop / Phone, Pension, Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan & Training)

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm (Full-Time)

Location: London & Southeast - Ideally within the M25