Robotics Lab Technician: Assemble, Calibrate & Improve Bots

MAKIINA; Tampere; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

State-of-the-art facilities in Tampere

Job summary

MAKIINA in Tampere, Finland, is seeking a hands-on technician to keep their lab and production running. You will assemble robots and sub-assemblies, operate workshop equipment, manage inventory, and support R&D and manufacturing on site.

This is a great entry point into robotics, no long experience required, just practical skills, strong work ethic, and quick learning. The role is full-time on-site in Tampere.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of mechanical assembly, machining, or fabrication.
• Good with your hands, precise, and attentive to detail.
• High agency & strong work ethic and organizational skills.
• Ability to learn quickly, follow instructions accurately, and take initiative to solve small problems on the spot.
• Communication and teamwork skills.
• Working proficiency in English.
• Vocational qualification, or currently pursuing or recently completed a degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Production Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent practical experience is equally welcome.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical assembly of robotic systems, actuators, and sub-assemblies.
• Operate and maintain workshop equipment such as 3D printers, and hand and power tools.
• Manage component inventory, tool storage, and workspace organization, including goods receiving and stock counts.
• Perform routine machine checks, basic calibrations, and first-line troubleshooting.
• Support testing and quality checks on finished assemblies.
• Work with the team to improve how we design and build things, and say something when a process is slower than it needs to be, or could be otherwise made better.
• Follow safety protocols and help keep the lab clean and organised.

Skills

Hands-on

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Initiative

English proficiency

Education

Vocational qualification in Mechanical Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

3D printers

CNC machines

Milling machines

Job description

MAKIINA in Tampere, Finland, is seeking a hands-on technician to keep their lab and production running. You will assemble robots and sub-assemblies, operate workshop equipment, manage inventory, and support R&D and manufacturing on site.

This is a great entry point into robotics, no long experience required, just practical skills, strong work ethic, and quick learning. The role is full-time on-site in Tampere.