Mechatronics Technician

Job description

Are you a skilled Mechatronics Technician passionate about robotics?

Do you thrive in and have at least a few years of commercial hands-on experience building, testing, and debugging electro-mechanical systems?

Ready to support a world-class engineering team on cutting-edge robotic systems?

Happy with a 6-month contract on a super exciting project?

The Opportunity

Shadow Robot is a leading robotics company in North London, looking for a commercially experienced Mechatronics Technician for a 6-month contract. This role is not for graduates as we need plenty of experience due to the nature of the project.

You'll be the hands-on support that enables senior engineers to focus on complex design challenges – assembling, testing, debugging, and documenting robotic systems as part of an important international project.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assembling and building prototype electro-mechanical robotic systems
• Setting up and running tests on components and systems
• Debugging electronics and capturing data accurately
• Maintaining workshop equipment and development space
• Writing clear documentation for tests and processes
• Supporting senior engineers so they can focus on design and innovation

What You'll Bring

• Commercial experience as a Mechatronics Technician or Engineer
• Experience in testing and debugging electronics
• Competence in soldering, including small wires and electronic components
• Ability to assemble prototype electro-mechanical systems
• Strong documentation skills
• A structured approach to problem-solving and data recording
• Based in London and able to work in the office 5 days a week

Nice to have: PCB rework/surface mount experience, Linux command line, scripting/automation, MCAD/ECAD tools

What's In It For You

• Work with genuinely innovative robotics hardware every day
• Be part of a collaborative, curious engineering team
• Competitive PAYE rate with potential for extension
• Contribute to a significant international project

Interested?

Please apply below and Helen at HFBAC will be in touch about the client and project and maybe have a chat about whether this is the right fit.

Please note:

This role is 100% office-based in North London.

We cannot offer visa sponsorship.

This is not suitable for recent graduates – we need someone with commercial mechatronics experience.

Mechatronics Technician

6-Month Contract | PAYE | London Office | £50,000 to £75,000 pro-rata

Fellow recruiters: please reach out to Helen at HFBAC if you wish to support future hiring. Any approaches to the company will be seen as free intros unless you reach out to Helen in the first instance.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

12-01-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English