Application Engineer

Platform Recruitment; Southampton; On-site; GBP 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Job summary

Platform Recruitment is seeking an Application Engineer in Southampton. The role involves providing technical support to the sales team and developing proof of concept solutions for innovative technology across various sectors. Applicants should have a degree in a STEM discipline and ideally some customer-facing or technical support experience. This on-site position offers significant variety, technical challenges, and opportunities for career advancement, with a competitive salary up to £65,000.

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in a STEM discipline is essential.
• Customer-facing or technical support experience is important.
• Hands-on experience with electronic circuit design and debugging required.
• Previous application support experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the sales team.
• Develop proof of concept solutions for new products.
• Troubleshoot technical issues for customers.
• Contribute in various stages of the product lifecycle.

Skills

Technical support

Electronic circuit design

Customer engagement

Education

Degree in a STEM discipline

Job description

Application Engineer - Southampton

I am currently recruiting for an Application Engineer on behalf of a highly innovative, market‑leading company based in Southampton. The business develops cutting‑edge technology used across a wide range of sectors, including automotive, medical, consumer, and industrial markets.

This is a dynamic role where no two days are the same. You will play a key part in bridging the gap between technical development and customer engagement, working across multiple areas of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to the sales team
• Develop proof of concept solutions for new products
• Troubleshoot and support customers with technical issues
• Contribute across various stages of the product and customer lifecycle

Requirements:

• Degree (or equivalent international qualification) in a STEM discipline
• Customer‑facing or technical support experience (or a strong interest in moving into this area)
• Hands‑on experience with electronic circuit design and debugging
• Previous application support experience is desirable

Location: Southampton (on‑site)

Salary: Up to £65,000

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward‑thinking company at the forefront of its industry, offering variety, technical challenge, and career growth.

If you're interested, apply below