Mechanical Technician

Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing—improving productivity, enhancing people’s lives and redefining what’s possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications—from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing.

Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta.

Mechanical Technician – Build the Future of Laser Technology

Location: Stockport, UK

Full-Time Permanent

Precision Engineering Global Impact Career Growth

Join Novanta – Where Innovation Meets Precision

At Novanta Stockport, we’re not just assembling components—we’re powering the future of healthcare, robotics, and advanced manufacturing.

As a Mechanical Technician, you’ll be at the heart of our mission, helping to build world-class laser systems that are transforming industries and improving lives.

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What You’ll Do

Assemble high-precision laser chassis and components

Wire and fit laser heads with meticulous attention to detail

Perform internal quality checks and post-assembly cleaning

Support electronics requests and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Contribute to continuous improvement and 5S initiatives

Take pride in every product that leaves your bench

What You Bring

Basic mechanical skills and a hands-on mindset

Ability to read circuit schematics and mechanical diagrams

Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities

Excellent attention to detail and a proactive attitude

Great communication and teamwork skills

Flexibility and initiative to adapt in a fast-paced environment

Why Novanta?

Competitive salary and benefits

Career development and training opportunities

A collaborative, inclusive, and innovative culture

Be part of a global team making a real-world impact

Ready to Build What’s Next?

If you’re passionate about precision, love working with your hands, and want to be part of something bigger—we want to hear from you.

Apply now and help us shape the future of laser technology.

As an inclusive employer, Novanta wants to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore encourage you to inform your Talent Acquisition Partner of any reasonable adjustments you might need to enable this to happen.

Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.

Please call if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process.

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