Systems Engineer - Precision Instrumentation

Systems Engineer

Precision Instrumentation | Semiconductor Technology

£40,000 - £48,000 + Share Options + Private Healthcare BUPA + Bonus Potential

Abingdon, Oxfordshire

Help solve measurement challenges at the nanoscale.

At Infinitesima, we're developing breakthrough metrology technology that enables semiconductor manufacturers to see and measure features at atomic scale.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for a Systems Engineer who thrives on solving complex technical problems and enjoys understanding how entire systems behave.

This is a rare opportunity to work on highly sophisticated instrumentation that combines precision mechanics, optics, electronics, software and automation within one of the UK's fastest-growing semiconductor technology companies.

If you're naturally curious, enjoy troubleshooting difficult technical challenges and want exposure to cutting-edge technology, we'd love to hear from you.

Why this role is different

You'll be working with:

Advanced semiconductor metrology systems

Nanometre-scale positioning technology

Precision opto-mechanical assemblies

Scientific instrumentation

High-performance electronics and control systems

Complex software and hardware interactions

Rather than focusing on a single discipline, you'll develop expertise across entire systems and become one of the key technical problem-solvers within the business.

What you'll be doing

Become the go-to technical expert

Investigate complex system issues across customer, manufacturing and development environments.

Support customer-facing teams with advanced troubleshooting and technical escalation activities.

Diagnose issues spanning mechanical, optical, electronic and software subsystems.

Drive rapid resolution of technically challenging customer issues.

Solve complex engineering problems

Investigate performance issues across highly integrated precision instruments.

Reproduce and analyse customer-reported faults.

Understand interactions between hardware, software and environmental conditions.

Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to identify solutions.

Lead root cause investigations

Perform detailed technical investigations and failure analysis.

Identify corrective and preventative actions.

Support implementation of design improvements.

Contribute to enhanced reliability, performance and robustness.

Support product development and manufacturing

Troubleshoot issues during assembly, integration and system testing.

Support new product introduction activities.

Assist with validation and verification activities.

Contribute to technical documentation and training materials.

Share knowledge across the business

Develop troubleshooting procedures and diagnostic workflows.

Create technical best-practice guidance.

Support knowledge sharing and training initiatives.

Ensure lessons learned are fed into future product development.

We'd love to hear from people with experience in

Scientific instrumentation

Semiconductor equipment

Metrology systems

Precision engineering

Microscopy

Photonics

Optics

Robotics

Automation

Advanced manufacturing equipment

Complex electromechanical products

What you'll bring

Essential

Experience troubleshooting complex technical systems.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Experience performing root cause investigations.

Ability to work across multiple engineering disciplines.

Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.

Desirable

Semiconductor industry experience.

AFM or precision metrology experience.

Precision motion systems knowledge.

Scientific instrumentation background.

Optics or photonics experience.

Exposure to automation or robotics.

Why join Infinitesima?

Work on technology helping shape the future of semiconductor manufacturing.

Gain exposure to world-leading nanoscale measurement systems.

Collaborate with experts across physics, engineering and software.

Join a scaling technology company backed by major global semiconductor investors.

Share Options, Private Healthcare and Bonus Potential.

Genuine opportunity to grow your technical capability and career.

We believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives , and we’re committed to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and grow.

If you need any adjustments during the process, just let us know — we’ve got you.

A bit about us:

Infinitesima is a privately owned company founded in 2001, as a spin-out of the University of Bristol, by CTO Professor Andrew Humphris. Our dynamic team of scientists and engineers is focussed on enabling the next generation of semiconductor devices through delivery of innovative products to customers around the world.

Our strength lies in the varied perspectives that come from different cultures, experiences, and identities. We believe that true innovation is fuelled by collaboration, locally and globally. We strive to foster an environment where everyone can contribute meaningfully and thrive. If you require adjustments to take part in the recruitment process, please let us know, we’ll do our best to support you.

Your recruitment journey:

We will interview you: Monday to Friday UK Time 9am to 4.30pm and we'll be as flexible as we can with Global Scheduling

1st stage: (45 minute) Remote meeting to evaluate your experience and technical ability

2nd stage: (2.5 hours) Face to face onsite evaluating technical, presentation and communication skills along with your ways of working and your opportunity to to know more about us

If you're not comfortable with eye contact, let us know at the start of your interview and if REMOTE, once we've said hello, feel free to turn your camera off until the end.

Informal dress is absolutely fine for onsite interviews, we want you to feel comfortable when you meet us and if there's anything else we can do to support your journey, just let us know.

A note on how we use AI:

We use AI only to transcribe our interviews so we can focus fully on you instead of scribbling notes. The AI does not take part in any decision making at any stage. All hiring decisions are made by real humans based on the conversation we have with you.

Location and working pattern:

We recognise the value of flexibility and offer a hybrid working model wherever possible. Most employees work onsite three days per week, although some positions require a greater onsite presence due to the nature of the work and business need

Recruitment agencies: Infinitesima Ltd only works with approved agencies and does not accept unsolicited agency CVs. Please do not submit candidate details in response to this advert or solicit any Infinitesima Ltd employees. Infinitesima Ltd is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.