Systems Engineer

Camberley
2 months ago
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Location: Camberley (with travel)
Salary: Competitive / Negotiable

A highly innovative engineering organisation in Camberley is looking for an Applications Systems Engineer to deliver bespoke, real-world technical solutions for complex customer environments. This is a hands-on role that blends systems integration, prototype build/test, field support, and customer-facing engineering, working with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects on time, on budget, and to a high quality standard.

If you enjoy taking a problem from “needs defining” to “working in the field”, and you’re confident operating across hardware, software, and people, this could be a great fit.

What you’ll be doing



Delivering end-to-end application solutions: system design, integration, test, validation and deployment.

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Working closely with internal teams (engineering, software, production, finance, commercial) to ensure solutions are built right and delivered smoothly.

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Supporting customer trials and deployments in the UK and internationally (sometimes in challenging environments), including planning, executing, and analysing results.

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Producing clear technical documentation (user guides, procedures, reports) and improving existing documentation.

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Interpreting system data to diagnose issues and optimise performance in customer set-ups.

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Preparing risk assessments, running toolbox talks, and championing a safety-first culture.

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Capturing lessons learned and feeding improvements back into internal processes and future solution roadmaps.

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Acting as a technical authority and confidently communicating safety-critical and technical information to varied stakeholders.

What we’re looking for (essential)

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Degree (or equivalent experience) in an engineering discipline such as Systems, Electronics, Robotics, Mechatronics, Communications, Software (or similar).

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Strong systems mindset with real-world integration experience (interfaces, architecture, third-party equipment/sensors).

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Confidence reading and working from wiring diagrams and using test equipment (e.g. DVMs/oscilloscopes), plus practical build skills (e.g. soldering, cable build).

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Comfortable interpreting mechanical drawings and making practical engineering decisions on-site.

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Excellent communication skills—able to explain technical details clearly to different audiences, sometimes where English isn’t the first language.

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A proactive, adaptable approach with strong attention to detail and a drive to deliver.

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Full UK driving licence.

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Able to work safely in physically practical environments (e.g. working at height/confined spaces, lifting up to 25kg, able to swim).

Nice to have

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Python (or experience working with data/scripts for testing, diagnostics, or automation).

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Experience in customer-facing technical roles and building long-term relationships.

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Familiarity with survey or positioning/navigation concepts, GNSS, or related instrumentation.

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Exposure to embedded/software development environments, electronics simulation, or performance modelling.

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Certifications/training such as powerboat, offshore medical, or safety training (or willingness to undertake).

Why join?

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Work on varied, technically challenging projects with clear real-world impact.

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Hands-on problem solving from concept to deployment, not just desk-based design.

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Strong cross-functional collaboration and opportunities to influence product improvement and solution roadmaps.

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International travel and exposure to different customer environments and engineering challenges

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