Graduate Mechanical Engineer (Hardware Specialist)

Epoch Biodesign; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology firm is seeking a Hardware Specialist in London. You will maintain and improve mechanical systems for advanced bioreactors while collaborating with a diverse team of engineers and scientists. Ideal candidates have a degree in mechanical engineering and hands-on experience with tools and CAD software. The position offers excellent benefits and a dynamic work culture.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary (£36k)

Stock option plan

Private Medical Insurance

Pension plan (matching up to 5%)

25 days' holiday + bank holidays

Supportive and collaborative environment

Weekly socials and events

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining and enhancing mechanical performance.
• Strong skills in diagnosing and repairing mechanical systems.
• Hands-on experience with CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance the performance of bioreactor systems.
• Collaborate with the Bioprocessing team to engineer solutions.
• Support facility operations through hands-on involvement.

Skills

Mechanical problem solving

Troubleshooting mechanical systems

Collaboration

Hands-on practical work

Education

Undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD software (SolidWorks)

General workshop tools

Job description

Location

London

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

On-site

Department

Reactors

We're looking for a Hardware Specialist to join our awesome team.

You will join our R&D team in London, maintaining and improving hardware for our novel bioreactor systems. Your collaborative spirit and love of all things mechanical will make you an essential member of our hardware team. Working alongside brilliant bioprocess engineers, biologists and mathematicians, you will be the go‑to person for mechanical repair, improvement and fabrication in our workshop and pilot facility.

What you’ll do:

• Take ownership of maintaining and enhancing the mechanical performance of our cutting‑edge bioreactor systems
• Collaborate closely with the Bioprocessing team to spot bottlenecks and engineer smart, efficient solutions
• Play a key role in keeping our facility running smoothly through hands‑on support and continuous improvements
• Contribute your mechanical insight to help shape the next generation of bioprocessing technology

What we’re looking for:

• An undergraduate degree, Level 3 NVQ, or equivalent industry experience in mechanical engineering
• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
• A hands‑on problem solver who enjoys practical work and getting things done
• Strong troubleshooting skills with experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical systems
• A collaborative mindset with a passion for learning and technical excellence

Bonus points for experience with:

• 3D printing and rapid prototyping
• General workshop tools and equipment (hand tools, manual milling, CNC routing, etc.)
• Continuous improvement of hardware systems or manufacturing processes
• Using multimeters or performing electronic fault‑finding

Why join us?

• Shape and refine the equipment you work with, where your ideas directly influence our systems
• Be part of a fast‑moving startup culture that celebrates ownership, creativity, and innovation
• Work alongside passionate engineers and scientists tackling real‑world bioprocessing challenges
• Make a tangible impact in a company where your work truly matters

The benefits:

• 💰 Highly competitive salary (£36k)
• 📈 Stock option plan
• 🏛️ Beautiful lab and office in Old Street
• 🥳 Weekly socials and events
• 🏡 Pension plan (matching up to 5%)
• ❤️🩹 Private Medical Insurance
• 🏖️ 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
• 👐 Supportive and collaborative environment
• 💪 Being part of something amazing

About Hoxton Farms

Hoxton Farms grow cultivated pork fat, a healthy and delicious ingredient for the food industry. Cofounded in 2020 by Max Jamilly and Ed Steele, we are building the world's most scalable and cost‑effective tech stack for mammalian cell biomanufacturing – and we’re monetising it with a premium B2B ingredient. Hoxton Farms is a team of 50 based in London. We have raised from investors including Founders Fund, Collab Fund, FSV/F‑Prime and Global Brain.

• Healthy fats. B2B cultivated fat is fast to market and will dominate a premium niche. Compared to traditional fat, cultivated pork fat is healthier and more scalable. Hoxton Farms have commercial traction with meat/CPG companies including some of the largest food companies in Asia.
• Cost and scale. Hoxton Farms have patented scalable, low‑cost, high‑yield bioreactors for mammalian stem cells. We opened a pilot production facility in London in 2023.
• Team. Hoxton Farms have a brilliant and friendly team including world‑class talent from the cultivated meat, biotech and engineering industries – all under one roof in central London.

Hoxton Farms is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging.

We especially encourage applications from female+, LGBTQIA+, disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, as these groups are underrepresented in the tech industry.