Graduate Applications Engineer

targetjobs UK; Abingdon; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Abingdon is seeking a Graduate Application Engineer to support business development and customer applications. This role requires expertise in probe microscopy and problem-solving skills within the semiconductor industry. The position offers a competitive salary range of £35-£40K, plus benefits including flexible working hours and an annual bonus.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Annual bonus

25 days annual leave

Private health care benefits

Personal pension contributions

Generous EMI Share scheme

Qualifications

• Experience of probe microscopy is a must.
• Preferentially in an environment where problem solving can be demonstrated.
• Experience of the semiconductor manufacturing environment is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support Marketing team in business development.
• Support the customer in data collection and method development.
• Present the product and associated results to customers.

Skills

Experience in probe microscopy

Problem-solving skills

Experience with semiconductor manufacturing

Job description

Overview

Infinitesima was spun out of the University of Bristol in 2001 and has been developing innovative metrology solutions which improve speed and precision in the manufacture of semiconductors. The company's technology combines the 3-dimensional surface detection capability of atomic force microscopy (AFM) with high-speed laser activation and the accuracy of interferometry. The Rapid Probe Microscope (RPM) is protected by an extensive patent portfolio. The company's RPM technology is being used by leading semiconductor equipment companies globally. Based in Abingdon, UK, we are a high calibre team of 90 people and continue to grow.

Do you have experience in Metrology and Semiconductor industry? We currently have an exciting opportunity for Graduate Application Engineer to join our applications team.

The Opportunity

The Applications Engineer is a key player and technical contributor within the Applications team. The primary focus of this role will be to support business development, both at Infinitesima and working at customer sites. It will encompass supporting customer applications, solving problems, and developing methods to demonstrate the capability of the RPM at its best. To liaise with customers, understand their needs and ensure these are accurately communicated back to head office. It will require close working with the industry experts to understand their current and future requirements.

Location: Abingdon

Reporting To: Applications Manager

The role will require a dynamic individual, who is excellent at problem solving and working autonomously. A significant part of this role will be in the support of customers globally. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on innovative technology at the leading edge of semiconductor applications.

Experience and Qualifications

Experience of probe microscopy is a must, preferentially in an environment where problem solving can be demonstrated. Additionally, experience of the semiconductor manufacturing environment is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Marketing team in business development, through running samples, presenting data, writing reports, conference presentations and other means.
• Support the customer in data collection and method development, understand their applications and ensure that this use case knowledge is communicated through the company.
• Present the product and associated results to customers in a professional way.
• Be the support contact for applications related activities with customers.

Personal Qualities

• An ambitious technical contributor, comfortable working with technical experts and managers including customers, end users and suppliers.
• Resilient in a multifunctional team, responsive and reliable in supporting customers.

Benefits

• Salary Range: £35-£40K Dependent on individual
• In addition to a competitive salary and an annual bonus.
• Infinitesima offers flexible working hours, hybrid working, 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