Infinitesima develops high-speed 3D atomic-scale metrology and process-control equipment for next-generation semiconductor manufacturing.
<div> <p></p> <div> <h1>Systems Engineer</h1> <h2>Precision Instrumentation | Semiconductor Technology</h2> <p><strong>£40,000 - £48,000 + Share Options + Private Healthcare + Bonus Potential</strong></p> <p><strong>Abingdon, Oxfordshire</strong></p> <h3>Help solve measurement challenges at the nanoscale.</h3> <p>At Infinitesima, we're developing breakthrough metrology technology that enables semiconductor manufacturers to see and measure features at atomic scale.</p> <p>As we continue to grow, we're looking for a Systems Engineer who thrives on solving complex technical problems and enjoys understanding how entire systems behave.</p> <p>This is a rare opportunity to work on highly sophisticated instrumentation that combines precision mechanics, optics, electronics, software and automation within one of the UK's fastest-growing semiconductor technology companies.</p> <p>If you're naturally curious, enjoy troubleshooting difficult technical challenges and want exposure to cutting-edge technology, we'd love to hear from you.</p> <hr> <h2>Why this role is different</h2> <p>You'll be working with:</p> <p>✅ Advanced semiconductor metrology systems</p> <p>✅ Nanometre-scale positioning technology</p> <p>✅ Precision opto-mechanical assemblies</p> <p>✅ Scientific instrumentation</p> <p>✅ High-performance electronics and control systems</p> <p>✅ Complex software and hardware interactions</p> <p>Rather than focusing on a single discipline, you'll develop expertise across entire systems and become one of the key technical problem-solvers within the business.</p> <hr> <h2>What you'll be doing</h2> <h3>Become the go-to technical expert</h3> <ul> <li>Investigate complex system issues across customer, manufacturing and development environments.</li> <li>Support customer-facing teams with advanced troubleshooting and technical escalation activities.</li> <li>Diagnose issues spanning mechanical, optical, electronic and software subsystems.</li> <li>Drive rapid resolution of technically challenging customer issues.</li> </ul> <h3>Solve complex engineering problems</h3> <ul> <li>Investigate performance issues across highly integrated precision instruments.</li> <li>Reproduce and analyse customer-reported faults.</li> <li>Understand interactions between hardware, software and environmental conditions.</li> <li>Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to identify solutions.</li> </ul> <h3>Lead root cause investigations</h3> <ul> <li>Perform detailed technical investigations and failure analysis.</li> <li>Identify corrective and preventative actions.</li> <li>Support implementation of design improvements.</li> <li>Contribute to enhanced reliability, performance and robustness.</li> </ul> <h3>Support product development and manufacturing</h3> <ul> <li>Troubleshoot issues during assembly, integration and system testing.</li> <li>Support new product introduction activities.</li> <li>Assist with validation and verification activities.</li> <li>Contribute to technical documentation and training materials.</li> </ul> <h3>Share knowledge across the business</h3> <ul> <li>Develop troubleshooting procedures and diagnostic workflows.</li> <li>Create technical best-practice guidance.</li> <li>Support knowledge sharing and training initiatives.</li> <li>Ensure lessons learned are fed into future product development.</li> </ul> <hr> <h2>We'd love to hear from people with experience in</h2> <ul> <li>Scientific instrumentation</li> <li>Semiconductor equipment</li> <li>Metrology systems</li> <li>Precision engineering</li> <li>Microscopy</li> <li>Photonics</li> <li>Optics</li> <li>Robotics</li> <li>Automation</li> <li>Advanced manufacturing equipment</li> <li>Complex electromechanical products</li> </ul> <hr> <h2>What you'll bring</h2> <h3>Essential</h3> <ul> <li>Experience troubleshooting complex technical systems.</li> <li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Experience performing root cause investigations.</li> <li>Ability to work across multiple engineering disciplines.</li> <li>Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.</li> </ul> <h3>Desirable</h3> <ul> <li>Semiconductor industry experience.</li> <li>AFM or precision metrology experience.</li> <li>Precision motion systems knowledge.</li> <li>Scientific instrumentation background.</li> <li>Optics or photonics experience.</li> <li>Exposure to automation or robotics.</li> </ul> <hr> <h2>Why join Infinitesima?</h2> <ul> <li>Work on technology helping shape the future of semiconductor manufacturing.</li> <li>Gain exposure to world-leading nanoscale measurement systems.</li> <li>Collaborate with experts across physics, engineering and software.</li> <li>Join a scaling technology company backed by major global semiconductor investors.</li> <li>Share Options, Private Healthcare and Bonus Potential.</li> <li>Genuine opportunity to grow your technical capability and career.</li> </ul> </div> </div> <p>We believe the best ideas come from <strong>diverse perspectives</strong>, and we’re committed to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and grow.<br>If you need any adjustments during the process, just let us know — we’ve got you.</p> <hr> <h3><strong>Location and work pattern</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Based in <strong>Abingdon, Oxfordshire (OX14 1RG)</strong></li> <li>Onsite for the first 3 months</li> <li>Flexible hybrid working available after probation (where possible)</li> </ul> <hr> <h3><strong>A note on how we run interviews</strong></h3> <p>We use AI <strong>only to transcribe interviews</strong> so we can focus fully on you.<br>It plays no part in decision-making — all hiring decisions are made by people</p> <hr> <p><span data-ccp-props="{}"><strong>Right to work</strong></span></p> <p>We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.<br>This role requires <strong>permanent right to work in the UK</strong>. Sponsorship is only considered in rare cases.</p> <p> </p>