Robotics Engineering Technician in London

As a Robotics Technician (Mechatronics), you’ll be building the precise, complex, humanoid robots from component-level up to complete build. You’ll work with hardware engineering, systems integration, test, and advanced manufacturing to ensure our builds are executed accurately and efficiently, supporting a fast‑paced R&D environment where every day counts. This is a unique opportunity to be an integral part of the AI robotics revolution.

What You’ll Do

• Assembly
• Build electro‑mechanical assemblies according to CAD, drawings, and work instructions.
• Perform precise mechanical assembly using standard hand tools, adhesive applicators, crimp tools, torque wrenches, and labellers.
• Route complex harnesses according to instructions provided, labelling and securing as defined.
• Apply and record serial numbers to tracked assets.
• Bringup and test
• Configure and test sensors, actuators and communication devices using command‑line tooling and electronics test equipment.
• Diagnose and repair faults using multimeters, oscilloscopes, and PCB repair equipment, liaising with engineering as necessary.
• Execute and monitor validation scripts.
• Compile source code from git/GitLab/GitHub.
• Build compute assemblies using ESD techniques.
• Repair, rework and upgrade through‑hole and surface‑mount PCBs.
• Make and repair electrical harnesses using crimp and labelling tools.
• Testing of assemblies using jigs, fixtures, electrical test equipment, and compute devices.
• Document findings and the results of tests.
• Culture and Quality
• Adopt and support the team culture to drive collaboration and morale.
• Treat the tools and equipment with respect, maintaining them as necessary and reporting faults and damage.
• Engage in ongoing and regular activities to maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of the workshop.
• Be a High‑Speed Collaborator
• Communicate clearly and effectively with fellow technicians, engineers, and leadership.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities—jump in wherever help is needed.
• Contribute ideas to improve the speed, reliability, and quality of builds.

We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in electromechanical assembly or prototype development.
• Proven ability to work with mechanical, electrical, and embedded systems—ideally in robotics, aerospace, or automotive.
• Electronics and embedded system experience.
• Working in a Unix environment with command‑line shell/bash.
• Git/GitLab/GitHub use.
• Strong attention to detail and a deep sense of build quality and safety.
• Ability to read CAD, mechanical drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Hands‑on experience with common tools, fixtures, soldering, torqueing, etc.
• You move fast, stay organized, and take pride in solving problems in real time.
• Comfortable working in a fluid, high‑urgency environment with evolving designs and short timelines.

Nice‑to‑haves

• Experience in surface‑mount and through‑hole PCB rework.
• Control and diagnostics with ROS.

What We Offer

• Competitive equity: stock options with meaningful upside as we scale.
• 30+ days time off, including 23 days annual leave, all UK bank holidays, and additional company closure days (including Christmas–New Year shutdown).
• Private healthcare, including virtual and in‑person care.
• Pension scheme with 8% total contribution (5% employee, 3% employer) on full earnings.
• Free daily breakfast, catered lunch, and snacks in‑office.
• Work at the frontier – collaborate daily with world‑class engineers, researchers, and product experts building the next generation of AI and humanoid robotics.
• Real ownership – direct access to founding leadership, meaningful input on product direction, and the ability to drive key initiatives from day one.