Machine Assembler jobs in Oxford

You will shape the core technical direction of A1 - model selection, training strategy, infrastructure, and long-term architecture.

You will have full autonomy to experiment with frontier models (LLaMA, Mistral, Qwen, Claude-compatible architectures) and build new approaches where existing ones fall short.

You will also become part of the Magnetic Materials Groups team of technicians which support a range of different beamlines and a support laboratory.

You will hold a ONC or GNVQ level 2 (or equivalent) qualification or demonstrate equivalent work experience.

You will demonstrate knowledge and experience of:

You will act as the Siemens NX (NXX) subject-matter authority, defining modelling best practices, methodologies, and automation patterns, while partnering closely with engineering leadership to scale effective ways of working.

You will work across mechanical, optical, and analytical disciplines to ensure that complex mechanical systems, sub-systems, and mechanisms come together into a robust, high-performance product.

You will take ownership of overseeing the lifecycle of the mechanical systems, ensuring that they integrate seamlessly with one another.

Mechanical Engineer Location: Horsham Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a growing design and manufacturing business specialising in precision rotary mechanisms for surveillance and fire-control solutions in the defence and high‑technology sectors. The role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys taking ownership of concepts and...

You will work directly with the founder to take prototypes into real venues and turn them into a reliable, scalable product.

You will work across hardware, firmware, manufacturing, and real-world installs. One day you might be debugging a hardware or firmware issue, the next you could be installing a system, running a live demo, or speaking with a brewery about improvements.

You will be working in our IT Service Delivery team, a tight-knit group located in five offices, collaborating closely with our broader IT team including Operations, Networking, Security, and Management, as well providing support to the entire Rebellion Group. This role is based at our riverside headquarters in Oxford, offering a creative and relaxed atmosphere where teamwork drives our success.

You will get to work on some of the most complex tech challenges to bring abundant, safe, clean energy to the world.

You will work alongside the Alpha Engineering Design Team Lead to support and scale the team of talented and high-performing engineers that will deliver Proxima’s scientific breakeven stellarator, Alpha.

You will also be involved in the fitting and assembly of components, sub-assemblies, and complete instruments, ensuring all work meets required standards of accuracy and finish. The ability to accurately interpret engineering drawings, identify inconsistencies, and liaise effectively with academic, research, and design engineers is essential.

You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, including an on-site gym, a subsidised on-site restaurant and access to our Advantages scheme which gives you a range of offers and discounts.

You must be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK.

We are now seeking a Field Deployment Engineer to join our team and help deliver this transformative technology. Join Archangel Autonomy and help transform machines into teammates. At Archangel Autonomy, we're combining AI and robotics to protect our service personnel, critical infrastructure, and first responders in large, remote areas. We're pushing the boundaries of technology by creating...

You must be eligible to work in the UK with a willingness to travel as necessary. We are open to sponsoring employment visas for this role; however sponsorship is not available for all visa types or in all circumstances.

You must be based in, or within easy commuting distance of, Oxford.

Role Overview We are looking for applicants with good mechanical workshop skills with a positive and flexible attitude to join our team. The Rehabilitation Engineering Department provides technical support to Oxfordshire Wheelchair service and the Specialist Disability Service at the Oxford Centre for Enablement. We are an established manufacturer of custom contour seating and a specialist...

You will design and execute experiments, contribute to high-impact publications, and play a key role in the training and mentorship of junior researchers and students.

You must have the right to work permanently in the UK with a willingness to travel as necessary

You will live in, or within easy commuting distance of, Oxford

You will hold aHNC, HND, or Degree in Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience or apprenticeship.

You will also demonstrate:

You will have the ability to work effectively as part of a team, demonstrating good oral and written communication skills and strong attention to detail.

You will play a key role in the development of the company’s novel lens system, contributing from early concept through to production. Key Responsibilities The Mechanisms Engineer will: - Design and develop micro-mechanisms for precision optical applications - Integrate micro-mechanisms into the company’s optical systems

You will design and execute experiments, contribute to high-impact publications, and play a key role in the training and mentorship of junior researchers and students.

You must be eligible to work in the UK with a willingness to travel as necessary.

You must be based in, or within easy commuting distance of, Oxford.

You will get to work on some of the most complex tech challenges to bring abundant, safe, clean energy to the world

You will characterise, optimise, scale, and validate the R&D team’s unique ophthalmic production processes, ensuring they are robust, repeatable, and scalable. As this is a completely new optical system, the role requires a high degree of creativity, along with a proactive, hands-on engineering approach to developing novel and often complex production processes.

You will be a key contributor, working closely with the Design and Production teams to develop critical equipment that supports the assembly of novel prototypes. As this is a completely new optical system, the role requires a high degree of creativity, with responsibility for developing first-of-their-kind assembly equipment and production processes.