Senior Electronics Engineer

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. Semiconductor devices provide the foundations on which progress in the technology sector are enabled. From Smartphones to Artificial Intelligence, 5G communications to autonomous vehicles, all are made possible through advances in semiconductor processes. Scaling these processes requires sub-nanometer measurement of increasingly complex 3D structures to enable more powerful devices.

Based in Abingdon, UK, we are a high calibre team of over 90 people and continue to grow. We are backed by global financial and industry investors including Applied Ventures, the strategic venture arm of the industry leading equipment company.

The Opportunity:

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior/Principal Electronic Design Engineer to join our Engineering team, working as part of the team of engineers and scientists to drive the development of existing and next generation products.  Key contribution to the product success is an accurate and stable electronic architecture. 

The role requires working with strong problem-solving skills to develop complex instrumentation consisting of a diverse range of technologies, including communications, networking, optics, electro-mechanics, control algorithms, motion control systems, precision mechanics, embedded software and vacuum systems. It will include analogue and mixed-signal circuit design, layout design, prototyping and prototype testing within a small multidisciplinary team.

Location: Abingdon

Reporting to: Electronics Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform development activities to innovate new electronic solutions, create new features and improve performance of existing and new products.
• Act as subject matter expert within the company.
• Lead technical developments and failure analysis
• Perform technical planning to support various integration and test activities
• Work hands-on with the equipment and apparatus to prove performance of the implemented designs
• Feed forward learning into next developments
• Work effectively and flexibly as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Support manufacturing and service in fault finding
• Documentation and presentation of technical work, plans, etc.
• Communicate effectively with a diverse set of peers, customers, and vendors

Personal Qualities: 

• Self-management: Able to work independently, setting priorities for own work based upon the company goals and targets.
• Teamwork: Engages with other member for the company to bring the best solutions to the problem and recognise the value that fellow company members bring to enhance own abilities.   Supports colleagues with their tasks when critical to the company goals.
• Impact and Influence: In own field establishes themselves as the knowledge centre.
• Ownership & Initiative: React and address both short- and medium-term issues and proactively takes action to solve them.
• Results Orientation: Focus on the company goal, avoid distraction, making timely decisions to achieve the target.

Education / Qualifications: 

Either a BSc/BEng in Electronic Engineering or similar, or a clear growth path through engineering apprenticeship and design positions.

Professional Skills/ Abilities:

Essential

• Experience of practical engineering development activities.
• Experience of circuit design and ability to design PCBs or guide PCB layout specialists.
• Experience of mixed-signal and analogue circuit design for low noise environments.
• Experience of being a technical lead on Electronics Projects, including planning, reporting and presenting results and progress.
• Experience of using Electronic CAD software, such as Altium, OrCAD, etc.
• Excellent communicator - Fluency in written and oral technical English.
• Minimum five years industrial experience

Desirable

• Experience of electrical development for test and measurement equipment.
• Experience of high-speed ADCs and DACs, including layout.
• Knowledge of metrology and measurement systems.
• Experience of guiding systems/products through EMC and various regulatory testing.

Salary range: £52,000 - £64,000

Benefits:

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.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. Our strength lies in the varied perspectives that come from different cultures, experiences, and identities. We believe that true innovation is fuelled by collaboration—locally and globally—and strive to foster an environment where everyone can contribute meaningfully and thrive. If you require adjustments to take part in the recruitment process, please let us know—we'll do our best to support you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Note to recruitment agencies: Infinitesima Ltd only works with approved agencies and does not accept unsolicited agency CVs. Please do not submit candidate details in response to this advert, or to any Infinitesima Ltd employees. Infinitesima Ltd is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.