Systems Engineer

Would you like to be instrumental in enabling the next generation of semi-conductors?
Join Infinitesima as a Systems Engineer within our Metron3D platform team, supporting the development of cutting-edge 3D metrology technology.

You’ll be working hands-on with complex systems, helping to test, integrate, and refine features that are shaping the future of semiconductor innovation. If you enjoy solving real engineering challenges in a collaborative environment, keep reading…

Reward and Benefits:

£45,000 to £55,000 (depending on experience)

25 days annual leave, death in service and private health care benefits, personal pension contributions of 4% with salary sacrifice and a generous EMI Share scheme

Based in Abingdon, Oxford, UK, we are a high calibre team of 100 plus people and we are growing fast. We are backed by global financial and industry investors including Applied Ventures, the strategic venture arm of the industry leading equipment company.

About the role:
We are looking for a Systems Engineer to work across a broad range of activities within the Metron3D platform. This role is focused on hands-on testing, integration, and system support, working closely with multidisciplinary teams. You will be helping to ensure that new features and subsystem improvements are robust, reliable, and ready for release.

A typical day for a Systems Engineer could look like this:

• Developing and executing structured test plans across system and subsystem levels
• Supporting development and integration activities across projects and teams
• Collaborating closely with engineering, R&D, and other departments
• Analysing test data and providing clear, actionable recommendations
• Maintaining accurate documentation, procedures, and test records
• Supporting manufacturing and service teams with troubleshooting
• Becoming a proficient user of Metron3D to support development work
• Improving and optimising internal tool usage to maximise uptime and performance

Who we are looking for:
To succeed as a Systems Engineer, we do need you to have experience of:

• Working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment (2+ years)
• Hands-on experience with complex instrumentation or automated systems, ideally within testing
• Creating clear and structured technical documentation
• Applying a methodical, detail-oriented approach to problem solving
• Communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Using technical English confidently (written and verbal)

Nice to have:

• Openness to occasional shift work (including evenings or weekends if required)
• Familiarity with project management methodologies
• Experience within micro/nano analysis or related technical fields
• Exposure to scanning probe microscopy techniques such as AFM

Education / Qualifications:
Either a degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline, or a clear equivalent path through relevant apprenticeship or accumulated experience.

We look for the five Cs from our colleagues:

• Customer Focused – Staying close to customer needs and consistently delivering value that builds trust
• Caring – Creating a supportive environment where people look out for each other and can thrive
• Collaborative – Sharing ideas openly, communicating clearly, and working together to solve problems
• Commitment – Taking ownership, following through on promises, and acting with integrity
• Continuous Improvement – Always learning, challenging the status quo, and improving how we work and deliver

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 focused 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.

Note to 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 to any Infinitesima Ltd employees. Infinitesima Ltd is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.

A note on how we run interviews:
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 work pattern:
All of our new UK team members are asked to work on site here at Abingdon during their first three months with us. We offer flexible, hybrid working where possible upon completion of probation.