Applications Engineer

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized technology firm in Waterlooville is seeking an Applications Engineer to provide hands-on support for advanced imaging systems. The ideal candidate will have an HND or higher in Engineering and a strong technical interest. This role includes excellent training, diverse tasks, and opportunities for career progression within a growing company. Competitive salary range of £35,000 - £45,000 with benefits included.

Benefits

Training

Career Progression

Benefits

Qualifications

• HND or higher in Engineering is required.
• Strong technical interest and a practical, hands-on approach are critical.
• Based within commutable distance of Waterlooville.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical and applications support for imaging hardware and software.
• Engage with suppliers and assist with pre-sales technical support.
• Full training provided on specialist products and systems.

Skills

Strong technical interest

Hands-on engineering

Problem-solving

Education

HND or higher in Engineering

Job description

Applications Engineer
£35,000 - £45,000 + Training + Career Progression + Benefits
Waterlooville, Hampshire (Commutable from: Portsmouth, Winchester, Chichester, Basingstoke, Fareham, Petersfield, Alton)

Are you a hands‑on engineer with a passion for technology, looking to join a specialist company at the forefront of machine vision and imaging systems who will provide technical and long‑term career progression? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business where you'll work with cutting‑edge camera and vision technologies across a range of exciting industries, including Automation, Pharmaceutical, Automotive, Aerospace and more.

The company is a leading distributor of vision components and systems, providing innovative imaging solutions to customers across the UK and Ireland. Due to continued growth and an increasing workload, they are now looking to expand their technical team. In this role, you'll provide technical and applications support for advanced camera systems, assist customers and suppliers, and help develop demos and solutions for real‑world imaging challenges. The role offers excellent training, diverse day‑to‑day tasks, and genuine opportunities to progress into leadership or sales positions.

The Role

• Provide hands‑on technical and applications support for imaging hardware and software
• Engage with suppliers and assist with pre‑sales technical support
• Full training provided on specialist products and systems

The Person

• HND or higher in Engineering
• Strong technical interest and practical, hands‑on approach
• Based within commutable distance of Waterlooville

Reference Number: 264633

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Alex Marks at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

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