Technical Support Engineer in Guildford, Surrey

Energy Jobline CVL; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sensor technology manufacturer in Guildford is looking for a Technical Support Engineer. The role involves providing technical support to customers, conducting product testing, and developing documentation. Candidates should have a background in industrial machinery and hold a degree or equivalent in a relevant field. The company offers a competitive salary and flexible working options.

Benefits

Pension

Private health insurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free EV parking

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or process instrumentation.
• Ability to conduct product testing and evaluate sensor performance.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to customers and integrators.
• Visit customer sites to evaluate sensor performance.
• Assist in developing installation procedures and training documentation.

Skills

Industrial machinery knowledge

Electrical schematics interpretation

Technical documentation writing

Verbal communication skills

Adaptability to environments

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

HND in Control Systems

Level 5 Apprenticeship

Job description

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Client Overview

We're supporting a leading UK-based manufacturer of sensor technology for industrial manufacturing processes. Their systems are installed globally across process industries, and they’re now looking for a Technical Support Engineer to join their close-knit, expert team.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to customers, resellers, and integrators.
• Visit customer sites in the UK (monthly) and internationally (2–3 times a year) to test and evaluate sensor performance.
• Conduct product testing, materials analysis, and system integration to ensure application suitability.
• Assist in the development of installation procedures, technical guides, and training documentation.
• Run training sessions and support product demonstrations both remotely and in person.
• Provide valuable feedback to the internal R&D team on performance and product improvements.

Skill Required

• A background in industrial machinery and/or manufacturing, process instrumentation, or sensor/control systems.
• Degree, HND, or Level 5 Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or related field.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Professional, confident written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable visiting customer sites and adapting to varied environments.
• Experience writing technical documentation, user guides, or knowledge base content.
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.

Compensation & Other Benefits

• Be part of a growing, stable, and technically respected engineering business.
• Join a team of experts including electronics, software, and mechanical design engineers.
• Flexible working (minimum 3 days in-office, with hybrid options following onboarding).
• Excellent salary package and benefits including pension, private health insurance, cycle-to-work scheme, and free EV parking.
• Travel opportunities across the UK and internationally to support global installations.

Please note that our clients are unable to offer sponsorship for employment visas.

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, only those shortlisted will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of applying, please assume that your application has not been successful.

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