Applications Systems Engineer

Gerrell & Hard Ltd.; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an Applications Systems Engineer to deliver bespoke engineering solutions. You'll coordinate cross-functional teams to meet customer needs while supporting trials both onshore and offshore. Ideal candidates will have an engineering degree and strong communication skills. This role requires the ability to travel and a focus on customer relations, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in relevant fields.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and use electronics tools.
• Experience working autonomously and in teams.
• Willingness to travel onshore/offshore.

Responsibilities

• Deliver custom engineering solutions and systems integrations.
• Support and conduct customer trials and analyse results.
• Interpret datasets for troubleshooting and performance optimisation.
• Create and improve technical documentation and user manuals.
• Provide customer training and support.

Skills

Engineering degree in relevant fields

Strong communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Ability to read wiring diagrams

Work safety

Team collaboration

Customer focus

Good physical fitness

Education

Engineering degree (Robotics, Mechatronics, Electronics, etc.)

Tools

Electronics tools

Job description

Applications Systems Engineer
Near Farnborough
£Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Join a leading technology company delivering advanced engineering solutions for customers in energy, ocean science, exploration, defence, and offshore survey sectors. We design, integrate, and support complex systems used in demanding marine environments worldwide.

Role Overview

We are seeking an Applications Systems Engineer to coordinate and deliver bespoke engineering solutions from prototype design through to test, validation, and integration. You will work closely with engineering, software, production, and commercial teams to meet customer requirements on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This role includes supporting customer trials onshore and offshore, integrating systems in the field, interpreting technical datasets, and ensuring safe and effective operation of equipment. You must be comfortable working internationally, sometimes in challenging environments, and communicating technical information clearly to diverse stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver custom engineering solutions and systems integrations
• Coordinate cross-functional resources to ensure designs are tested, validated, and delivered to spec
• Support and conduct customer trials, analyse results, and provide feedback for improvement
• Interpret datasets for troubleshooting and performance optimisation
• Prepare risk assessments and conduct toolbox talks for onsite activities
• Create and improve technical documentation and user manuals
• Provide customer training and support for integrated solutions
• Feed customer needs into future development roadmaps
• Manage technology demonstrations and evaluations

Essential Skills & Experience

• Engineering degree (e.g., Robotics, Mechatronics, Survey, Electronics, Systems, Communications, Software)
• Strong communication, problem solving, and attention to detail
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, use electronics tools, and work safely
• Experience working autonomously and collaborating across teams
• Good physical fitness and willingness to travel onshore/offshore
• Strong customer focus and ability to build effective working relationships

Desirable

• Experience with marine survey equipment, GNSS, hydrographic methods, or subsea systems
• Python experience
• Offshore or vessel-based operations experience