Applications Engineer - AI & Vision

  • Automation Experts Ltd
  • Chilton, Oxfordshire
  • 31/10/2025
Full time Information Technology Telecommunications

Job Description

Join one of Europe s leading innovators in machine vision and AI-driven inspection systems a company at the forefront of cutting-edge automation technology for over two decades. As part of a growing team of Applications Engineers, you ll be developing, building, and supporting advanced vision systems that help manufacturers achieve world-class quality and efficiency.

Applications Engineer - Machine Vision/AI

£30-35k+ Pension + 25 Days Holidays + Health Insurance

Oxfordshire

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Applications Engineer - The Role:

  • Design and implement machine vision applications for a range of automated inspection systems
  • Collaborate closely with a talented team of engineers, suppliers, and customers to deliver complete project solutions.
  • Produce technical documentation, specifications, and test studies to ensure robust system design.
  • Support machine build, installation, and commissioning (including FAT & SAT).
  • Provide on-site and remote training to customers, helping operators get the best from their new systems.
  • Create vision demos and proof-of-concept solutions for proposals and evaluations.

You ll be based at the Oxfordshire HQ, with occasional UK travel (around 5 10%) for site commissioning and training visits typically short trips of 2 3 days.

Applications Engineer - The Person:

  • Degree-qualified in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics or similar).
  • Minimum 2 years experience in an engineering environment automation or manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Interest in machine vision, image processing, optics, or AI technology.
  • Hands-on approach with a proactive attitude and strong communication skills.

Why Join?

  • Mentorship programme: a structured 12-month development plan covering vision programming, system integration and project delivery.
  • Support to work towards IET Chartered Engineer status via an accredited CPD scheme.
  • Collaborative, growing business giving you both support and visibility.
  • Real variety: every project is different, combining innovation, engineering, and problem-solving.

This is an office-based role easily commutable from within and around Reading, Didcot, Swindon and Oxford. Site work is required.

For further information call Sarah Clarke

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