Senior Project Engineer

IN2-AV Recruitment ·www.in2avrecruitment.com

Location London & South East, United Kingdom
Salary GBP 50,000 - 60,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Senior
Source Shazamme
Live Events Technology
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We have been retained by a leading global live events and systems integration specialist to recruit a Senior Project Engineer for their UK engineering division.

The business delivers high-profile, complex technology installations across multiple sectors, including experiential spaces, virtual production, sports, broadcast, and corporate environments. This role suits a structured, technically accomplished AV professional who can take full ownership of large-scale integration projects from initial design validation through to final client handover.

The Role

This is a key technical position within the engineering team, focusing on delivering complex AV projects to specification, on time, and on budget:

  • Technical Leadership: Lead the end-to-end design and technical delivery of integrated systems based on client briefs.
  • Design & Documentation: Validate tender information and produce detailed technical packages, including cable schedules, schematics, rack layouts, and projection studies using AutoCAD.
  • Engineering Discipline: Manage the Bill of Materials (BOM), log documentation changes, and conduct site surveys and architectural sketching.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Coordinate closely with internal project managers, procurement teams, general contractors, and architects to mitigate installation risks.
  • Handover: Document site conditions and deliver final project handovers, ensuring complete client satisfaction.

What you need to succeed

  • Experience: At least 6 years of proven technical delivery experience across audio-visual, construction, or technical systems integration environments.
  • Sector Versatility: Experience delivering projects across diverse markets such as experiential, broadcast, sports, corporate, or virtual production.
  • Technical Skillset: Expert proficiency with AutoCAD, alongside strong knowledge of construction management workflows and contractor coordination.
  • Operational Traits: Exceptional attention to detail, a calm approach to tight deadlines, and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
  • Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and clients.

What will put you ahead

  • An Engineering or Technical degree.
  • Proficiency with 3D design software, Revit, or BIM environments.
  • InfoComm/AVIXA CTS Certification.
  • Hands-on engineering experience with complex projection systems.

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements and are looking for a senior engineering role with an industry leader, please send a direct message with your CV to arrange a confidential discussion.

This job is brought to you by IN2-AV - Specialist recruiters for the audio-visual, pro audio, and unified communications industries.

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Who is hiring for the Senior Project Engineer role?
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The Senior Project Engineer role with IN2-AV Recruitment is based in London & South East, GB.
What does the Senior Project Engineer role pay?
IN2-AV Recruitment lists the Senior Project Engineer role at GBP 50,000–60,000 per year.
Is the Senior Project Engineer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at IN2-AV Recruitment.
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