Applications System Engineer in Yateley

From the Mariana Trench, the deepest point on earth, to surging shorelines and anywhere in-between, we make the impossible possible through our continuous passion for innovation. Our people design, engineer and manufacture technologies that are enabling our customers to discover, navigate, measure, detect and communicate in the toughest environment on earth: Our oceans. We have been actively developing the technology to make the oceans accessible for over 50 years and we are only just getting started.

At Sonardyne, we value different ways of thinking. Whether you think in code, patterns, systems, or steps, your unique perspective is important to us. We are expanding our specialist engineering team and seeking a Project & Applications Engineer to deliver innovative, bespoke solutions for customers worldwide. This is a hands-on, varied and technically rich role ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of engineering, customer interaction, offshore operations and multi-disciplinary problem solving.

The Opportunity

• You will coordinate and deliver custom engineering projects using Sonardyne technology, from concept and prototype through test, validation and integration.
• Working closely with internal teams and customers, you’ll ensure solutions are delivered safely, on time, on budget and to the highest technical standard.
• This role includes offshore work, international travel, and involvement in real-world deployment of advanced subsea technologies.

If you join you will be:

• Delivering bespoke engineering solutions that meet specific customer requirements on schedule, within budget, and aligned with Sonardyne’s quality standards.
• Integrating Sonardyne systems onto customer platforms, ensuring optimal performance.
• Working collaboratively with Engineering, Production, Finance, Software and Sales teams to design, build, test and deliver custom solutions.
• Supporting customer trials onshore and offshore worldwide, including planning, execution, data analysis and reporting.
• Communicating technical and safety-critical information clearly in environments where English may not be the first language.
• Providing feedback from field operations to drive product improvements and roadmap decisions.
• Monitoring competitor technology and feeding commercial intelligence back to the business.
• Processing and interpreting datasets from products such as SPRINT-Nav and Ranger 2 for troubleshooting and support.
• Setting up and mobilising marine survey equipment on vessels, selecting appropriate sensors and GNSS systems (RTK vs DGPS).
• Reading wiring diagrams, building test cables, and working safely with electronic equipment (soldering irons, DVMs, oscilloscopes).
• Understanding and working with mechanical drawings to design or adapt mounting hardware in the field.
• Producing and reviewing user manuals, procedures and technical documentation.
• Preparing risk assessments, toolbox talks and safety documentation for tasks on vessels and customer sites.
• Supporting customer training, demonstrations, and technology evaluations.
• Providing timely communication to internal and external stakeholders throughout a project’s lifecycle.
• Participating in project closeouts and lessons-learned activities to improve processes.
• Acting as a recognised authority in Sonardyne system integration and operation.
• Supporting the marketing team with technical information when required.

You’ll excel in this role if you enjoy combining technical engineering work with practical field operations and customer-facing problem solving.

Ideally we would like:

• Strong safety-first mindset with proven experience applying HSE policies and completing risk assessments.
• Experience working offshore and internationally.
• Ability to explain safety-critical and technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Competent with marine ancillary equipment (GNSS, sound velocity sensors, survey sensors).
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, build cables, and use electronic test tools.
• Hands-on experience with Sonardyne systems (USBL, LBL, INS, SMART, BlueComm, ADL, AMT/Fetch/AZA).
• Experience installing, commissioning and operating Sonardyne acoustic technologies.
• Understanding of subsea hardware interfacing (serial/Ethernet protocols, power, timing, mechanical interfaces).
• Strong communication, teamwork, adaptability, and attention to detail.
• Good commercial awareness when working on customer sites.
• Physical readiness to work at height, in confined spaces, lift up to 25 kg, and operate safely on vessels.
• Ability to work autonomously and represent Sonardyne professionally worldwide.
• Degree in an Engineering discipline (Robotics, Mechatronics, Survey, Electronics, Systems, Communications, Software or related).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Offshore medical BOSIET (or equivalent).

It would be a bonus if you had:

• Experience with Python.
• Knowledge of hydrographic survey techniques, geodesy, or acoustic array planning.
• Experience in direct customer liaison and long-term relationship building.
• Ability to drive large vehicles with trailers.
• Ability to launch and recover small boats or operate small vessels for trials.
• Awareness of embedded software, digital electronics or simulation tools.
• Powerboat Level 2 (commercial endorsement).

Additionally there will be:

• Regular opportunities to travel and offshore assignments.
• Offshore survival and safety training provided.

Why Join Us?

• Work with cutting-edge subsea technology used globally.
• Blend office engineering with offshore operations.
• Join a respected, collaborative and innovative team.
• Opportunities for global travel and unique fieldwork.
• Shape the development of advanced ocean engineering systems.

Ready to dive into your Applications Systems Engineering career? If you’re excited by the idea of delivering complex engineering solutions in real-world marine environments, we’d love to hear from you.