On-site Mechanical Technician (London) – 8-Week Contract

Automated Architecture (AUAR); Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive day rate outside IR35

Large London workshop facility (E17)

Autonomy and accountability

Tools provided

Job summary

AUAR seeks a hands-on technician for an 8-week, on-site role in London (E17). You will work in a workshop to assemble MicroFactory components, install sensors, and support the full build from parts to finished machine.

You’ll collaborate with design engineers and adapt drawings as needed, while maintaining a safe, organized workspace. You’ll join a team of engineers and technicians, with clear daily tasks, performance feedback, and a structured progression toward a completed MicroFactory by

Qualifications

• Hands-on build experience in workshop or lab settings.
• Experience working in a workshop with hand/tools.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Solid understanding of mechanical systems and sensors.
• Self-directed, detail-oriented and proactive in problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and fit mechanical components and hardware from drawings.
• Install electrical and sensor hardware as part of the build.
• Inspect sub-assemblies against drawings before progressing.
• Keep the workshop tidy, safe and well‑organised at all times.
• Communicate issues early and work with engineers to adapt designs.

Skills

Hands-on build

Workshop experience

Reading drawings

Mechanical knowledge

Self-direction

Job description

AUAR seeks a hands-on technician for an 8-week, on-site role in London (E17). You will work in a workshop to assemble MicroFactory components, install sensors, and support the full build from parts to finished machine.

You’ll collaborate with design engineers and adapt drawings as needed, while maintaining a safe, organized workspace. You’ll join a team of engineers and technicians, with clear daily tasks, performance feedback, and a structured progression toward a completed MicroFactory by