Senior Applications Engineer (m/f/d)

-; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in automation technology is seeking an experienced Applications Engineer in Reading, UK. The ideal candidate will support top Aerospace/Defense accounts by providing design consulting and technology demonstration systems. If you have a strong technical background and a passion for problem-solving, you could make a meaningful impact in this role while working within a culture that celebrates innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Ongoing career development

Mentorship opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• 4 years of RF test engineering experience required.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance for UK-caveated programmes.
• Proven experience with Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and FPGA development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide test and measurement system design consulting for Aerospace/Defense customers.
• Create technology demonstrator systems and application notes.
• Capture Voice of the Customer feedback for R&D.

Skills

Technical capability

Engineering skills

Communication

Education

STEM-related bachelor's degree

Tools

LabVIEW

Python

Job description

The NI EMEA ADG BU Application Engineering Team is seeking to hire an experienced Applications Engineer (AE) based in Reading (UK) fully dedicated to support our Top Accounts in UK and in EMEA.

Applications Engineers demonstrate the highest level of technical capability and engineering skills as they ensure NI and customer success. This is a unique role that requires strong technical leadership, desire to work with people, and personal drive. Applications Engineers serve as trusted consultants who stay abreast of industry and technology trends. Successful Applications Engineers effectively balance time between customer and internal activities that demonstrate their knowledge of NI products and customer applications.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Provide test and measurement system design consulting for Aerospace/Defense customers in collaboration with Sales team
• Create technology demonstrator systems and application notes in collaboration with Aerospace/Defense Business Managers and R&D team
• Capture Voice of the Customer feedback for R&D team

Who You Are:

You balance planning with actions. You identify issues and map out a process to resolve them. You drill down to root causes, gather relevant information and share it with collaborators. You include others in making decisions and craft a consensus approach. You research initiatives and try new approaches. You flex your style to accommodate differences. You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• STEM-related bachelor's degree
• 4 years of RF test engineering experience
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance for UK-caveated programmes
• Only those with the permanent and unrestricted right to live and work in the UK will be considered for the position due to the nature of our work
• Availability to travel up to 20% (UK and EMEA)

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Aerospace/Defense test engineering experience
• Proven experience with Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and FPGA development
• Experience designing and implementing test and measurement systems using PXI systems with LabVIEW/LabVIEW FPGA or Python software development toolchains

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

ABOUT US

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!

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