Graduate Electrical Controls Engineer
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£58,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2123 (63% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £58,700, 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 2124 (Electronics engineers). 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2123 Electrical engineers Most likely code | £41,100 | £47,000 | £52,900 | £58,700 |
2124 Electronics engineers Also possible | £36,400 | £41,600 | £46,800 | £52,000 |
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
AIXTRON is a world leading manufacturer of semiconductor equipment and the AIXTRON Ltd facility in Cambridgeshire manufactures key MOCVD (Metal Organic Chemical Vapour Deposition) systems for the group. Our MOCVD systems are used to produce (opto) electronics for 5G, fibre communications, lasers, LEDs for displays and power electronics for electric vehicles and chargers.
At AIXTRON you will benefit from a very strong work-life balance with hybrid working, a flexible working environment, as well as great development opportunities!
As part of a multi-disciplined team and a modern Engineering department, this Graduate Electrical Controls Engineer role involves the continuous improvement of the Company’s world leading products through leading-edge electrical design. You will be expected to implement effective solutions to ensure the Company’s MOCVD systems remain at the forefront of technology whilst keeping up to date with current standards and legislation. This role will engage with many aspects of the electrical design and testing of our products and consequently there will be the opportunity for the successful candidate to develop alongside the needs of the business.
Objectives And Responsibilities
- Configure system designs and controls to meet customer order requirements.
- Work closely with production to resolve issues identified during build and testing.
- Provide technical support during system installation phases.
- Responsible for adhering to standards that AIXTRON Ltd set to ensure safety at work, which includes following procedures, handling machinery and substances correctly, and participating in any safety training required. You will find the core Health and Safety responsibilities in the Health and Safety System Overview document.
- Engineering / Scientific degree or equivalent experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Detail-oriented, with a consistent and organised approach to work.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proactive and adaptable, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Office/Lab based role at AIXTRON Ltd, Buckingway Business Park, Anderson Road, Swavesey, Cambridge CB24 4FQ, United Kingdom
- Projects are conducted locally and at AIXTRON headquarters (Germany) so some travel may be expected
- 30 days annual leave
- Flexible working hours and hybrid working
- Exceptional defined contribution pension scheme
- Progressive training and development strategy
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Where this offer sits in the market
Electrical engineers (SOC 2123) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~36k in sample- Middle half £41,392–68,380
- Median £55,432
- Going rate £58,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £41,100–52,900
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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 2123 going rate of £58,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.