Field Service Engineer
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 5223 (75% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and AIXTRON SE is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 5249 (Electrical and electronic trades not elsewhere classified, Field engineer index entry; electrical/electronic focus could fit) or SOC 2129 (Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified, Degree-level engineering with R&D feedback could fit). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5223 Metal working production and maintenance fitters Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
5249 Electrical and electronic trades not elsewhere classified Also possible | £33,400 | £45,800 | £45,800 | £45,800 |
2129 Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified Also possible | £33,400 | £36,900 | £41,500 | £46,100 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Feste Anstellung, unbefristet
Field Service Engineer
Role Summary
We are seeking a UK-based field service engineer, to work as part of the wider AIXTRON Customer Service team looking after customers in both the as well as in the Europe region. This person will install, upgrade, service/maintain, troubleshoot and provide technical support for AIXTRON’s MOCVD (metal organic chemical vapour deposition) systems. This person needs to be customer-orientated, hands-on and resourceful at problem solving, and be able to travel both within the UK (full UK driver’s licence required) and internationally.
Objectives And Responsibilities
- Install new MOCVD systems on site at the customers’ premises, ensuring effective work on-site by preparation beforehand, both in terms of factory preparation, such as parts/works-instructions, as well as customer readiness in terms of site facilities. Provide daily updates and final installation documentation, whilst also following up with the customer.
- Inspect, maintain and upgrade existing MOCVD systems at customers’ premises.
- Provide training to customers, as well as other regional field service engineers.
- Whilst not at customers‘ premises, provide technical support and advice to customers as well as other regional field service engineers.
- Provide feedback to internal engineering teams on existing and new prototype systems, to guide future development.
- Ensuring good quality of work in your job, through work instructions, documentation and checklists
- Degree / HND / HNC (or equivalent) in electrical, electronic, mechatronics or mechanical engineering disciplines.
- In-depth expertise in mechanics and electrics with application knowledge and an interest in IT applications/computer science
- You enjoy mastering challenges together in a team, but you can also work independently, self-organized and structured.
- Be eligible to work in the UK, with a full UK driving licence and be able to travel extensively around the UK and to countries covered by the AIXTRON Europe Customer Service team. Also be able to travel to AIXTRON SE in Germany for training on various products.
- Whilst on travels and on-site with customers, significant flexibility will be required with the potential for after hours and weekend work where reasonably expected.
- A role implementing the most advanced equipment at customers’ sites, to enable customers to produce next generation electronics, displays and/or communications devices.
- Be part of a vibrant and motivated team at an innovative, international and expanding technology company who is the world leader for MOCVD.
- An open, inter-disciplinary culture and flexible working hours for a self-determined work-life balance.
- Competitive remuneration and benefits according to the role.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with AIXTRON SE, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Metal working production and maintenance fitters (SOC 5223) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~228k in sample- Middle half £30,264–46,176
- Median £37,440
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. AIXTRON SE holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 5223 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.