Engineering Technician (£50k-£60k) at Rivan Industries

Jack & Jill; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£6,000 annual relocation/housing subsidy

Unlimited time off

Ownership culture

Job summary

A cutting-edge technology startup based in London is seeking an Engineering Technician to join their team. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in high-intensity environments, proficient in welding, fabrication, and machining. This unique role offers ownership of projects and contributes to solutions addressing climate challenges. In addition to competitive compensation, the company provides a £6,000 relocation subsidy and encourages innovation in the workshop.

Qualifications

• 4-5+ years of experience in a high-intensity workshop, factory, or laboratory.
• Proficient in welding, fabrication, and machining.
• Ability to work autonomously from engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Build and wire modular systems from CAD models.
• Operate heavy machinery including water-jet and laser cutters.
• Execute validation tests for fluid, thermal, and electrical systems.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Machining

Working independently from engineering drawings

Problem-solving

Tools

Water-jet cutters

Laser cutters

Lathes

Mills

Advanced welding equipment

Job description

Job Title:

Engineering Technician

Company Description:

Rivan Industries - VC-backed synthetic fuel startup decarbonising heavy industry.

Job Description:

Join a high-octane team building the UK’s largest synthetic fuel plants to underprice fossil fuels. As a hands‑on technician, you will bridge the gap between design and reality, fabricating test rigs and full‑scale assemblies. You’ll own the workshop execution, directly compounding iteration speed to solve one of Earth's biggest climate challenges.

Location:

London, UK

Why this role is remarkable:

• Exceptional backing from elite investors including the Collison brothers (Stripe), 20VC, and Plural to scale synthetic fuel production 1000x.
• True ownership culture where you are expected to propose engineering solutions and guide design rather than just following instructions.
• Unique compensation package including a £6,000 annual relocation/housing subsidy to live near the Bermondsey HQ and unlimited time off.

What you will do:

• Build, plumbing, and wire complex modular systems including DAC systems, alkaline electrolysers, and Sabatier reactors from CAD models.
• Maintain and operate a suite of heavy machinery including water‑jet cutters, laser cutters, lathes, mills, and advanced welding equipment.
• Execute critical validation tests for fluid, thermal, and electrical systems to provide the data necessary for rapid hardware iteration.

The ideal candidate:

• 4-5+ years of professional experience in a high‑intensity workshop, factory, or laboratory environment with a multidisciplinary trade background.
• Proficiency in welding, fabrication, and machining with the ability to work independently from engineering drawings and tight tolerances.
• High agency and a "maker" mindset, evidenced by personal projects, tinkering, or a history of solving complex mechanical problems autonomously.

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