Mechanical Technician

Working arrangements

Please note this is an on site role.

Part time working or job share options will be reviewed on an individual basis.

Eligibility:

Please note that this position is open to candidates currently based in the United Kingdom with the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visa applications at this time.

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Technician to join our growing team. In this role, you will support the assembly, installation, testing, and maintenance of advanced mechanical systems for our experimental fusion devices and HTS magnet technology. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with a strong mechanical background. The ideal candidate should have excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to take initiative—especially when tasked with creating custom parts and components.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and maintain mechanical components and systems used in fusion devices and supporting infrastructure.
• Work closely with mechanical and systems engineers to support the build and integration of complex machinery and experimental setups.
• Take initiative in responding to requests for custom parts—actively engaging with requestors to clarify requirements and propose effective solutions.
• Interpret technical drawings, CAD models, and assembly instructions to ensure high-precision construction.
• Support the setup and operation of mechanical test rigs, including data collection and diagnostics.
• Identify issues in mechanical systems or designs and provide hands-on, practical solutions.
• Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting on mechanical systems to ensure operational reliability.
• Maintain accurate records of mechanical builds, modifications, and test results.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and participate in risk assessments and quality control.

• Proven hands-on experience in a workshop or laboratory environment, ideally within a high-tech or R&D setting.
• Strong mechanical fitting experience, Assembly: Systems or sub systems and fabrication skills such as: building ITEM frameworks from drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Familiarity with a range of hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose issues and develop practical solutions.
• NVQ Level 3, BTEC, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Comfortable working as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

Desirable:

• Experience in vacuum systems, cryogenics, or high-precision engineering.
• Knowledge of welding, machining, or CNC operations.
• Prior work in energy, aerospace, nuclear, or related high-tech industries.
• Mechanical Engineering, Factory Maintenance, Instrumentation, Automation and Mechatronics skills
• Forklift or crane operation certification is a plus.

• Time served Apprentice.

Hazard-specific / Safety-critical duties

This job includes the following hazards or safety-critical activities which will require successful pre-employment health screening through our occupational health service before the successful candidate will be allowed to start work:

• Working at height (ladders, scissor lifts, cherry pickers & scaffolding)

• Work in hot or cold environments

• Regular manual handling

• Use of welding equipment

• Use of lathes, milling machines, band saws, pillar drills or other large workshop machinery (operators must prove competence prior to use.

• Work with cryogenic fluids including liquid nitrogen.

• Working with or in the vicinity of equipment that produces high magnetic fields.

• Working with materials that are managed under the control of substances hazardous to health regulations (COSHH)

• Salary dependent on skills and experience and will be discussed from the outset
• 28 days (inclusive of festive break) holiday plus bank holidays
• Eligible for discretionary performance related bonus
• Share options scheme
• Pension scheme
• Financial benefits – including; group life insurance, critical illness, health cash plan and discount scheme
• Innovation and Merit bonuses
• Investment in training and development to support career progression
• Opportunity to work on and contribute to world class innovation

About Us

What if there was a limitless, safe, clean, low-cost energy source, providing much needed global energy security? What if that energy source could also help reduce climate change? We believe that’s fusion energy. Tokamak Energy is a leading global commercial fusion energy company based near Oxford, UK. We have an unrivalled track record designing and operating spherical tokamaks; the optimal route to commercial fusion energy.

In addition to fusion energy, Tokamak Energy is recognised as the leader in High Temperature Superconductor (HTS) magnet, design, numerical modelling, and prototyping. Our dedicated HTS magnet team, in collaboration with key manufacturing partners, is focussed on becoming the leading supplier of HTS magnets to multiple markets.

The company, founded in 2009 as a spin-off from the UK’s Culham Centre for Fusion Energy, currently employs a growing team of over 250 people with experts from the UK and around the world. It combines world leading scientific, engineering, industrial and commercial capabilities. The company has 70 families of patent applications and has raised $250 million, comprising $200m from private investors and $50m from the UK and US governments. Our US subsidiary, Tokamak Energy Inc, was established in 2019.

Come and be a part of a dynamic and innovative team who are striving to provide a solution to one of humanity’s greatest challenges: clean and sustainable energy for all.

Important information

Please note that any personal data submitted to Tokamak Energy will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation.

If you do not meet all the listed criteria for this position, we would still welcome your application.

Entry into employment with Tokamak Energy and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration.

No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

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