Mechanical Technician

About Ioncell Oy

Are you looking for a versatile and inspiring role where you can build, run and maintain a unique pilot plant? Ioncell Oy is now building a team of aspirational and committed professionals to kick off the operations in Otaniemi, Espoo. You will be one of our very first employees.

Ioncell Oy is a technology spinoff company from Aalto University, established to commercialize patented Ioncell technology over the coming years. We are on a bold mission to transform the global clothing and textile industry into a circular economy with our fully circular bio-based textile fiber! As a company, our short-term goal is to provide a Proof-of-Concept for continuous, closed-loop production at the pilot plant, and then to scale up the technology.

What are your responsibilities

We are looking for a self-driven and solution-oriented Mechanical Technician to join our team. Main responsibilities include:

• Coordinating, supervising and executing mechanical installation of equipment at the pilot plant

• Inspecting and testing mechanical systems, equipment and components to identify risks and to ensure compliance with safety codes and regulations

• Supporting production trials at the pilot plant, together with other team members

• Troubleshooting and immediate repairs during the production trials

• Scheduling and executing planned maintenance tasks

• Managing the inventory of spare parts

• Supporting various technology development, maintenance and house-keeping activities

Position is permanent and full-time, based in Espoo, Finland. You report to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

What we expect from you

An ideal Mechanical Technician has a well-rounded combination of hard skills, soft skills and the right start-up attitude. Qualifications we are looking for:

• Relevant technical degree

• Proven hands-on experience as a mechanical/maintenance technician, preferably in piloting, manufacturing or chemical production environment

• Practical knowledge of general mechanical installation and maintenance processes and methods

• Solution-focused attitude with interest to learn and innovate: you do not expect fully established practices and solutions, but you are keen to create them

• Entrepreneurial spirit and flexible way of working: you prefer to work with diverse tasks, and you understand that sometimes work doesnt follow regular office hours – in return, youll have flexibility to balance it out

• Hands-on approach and willingness to take ownership: when you see something is not working, you fix it or flag it

• Good interpersonal skills and solid English as working language: you like to work in an international team where your contribution is appreciated

What we offer to you

This is not a regular position in an established corporation, but rather a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join a promising technology start-up company at its early stage. We offer you:

• Chance to learn and create something completely new as part of a dynamic start-up team

• Opportunity to drive the clothing and textile industry towards circular economy

• Innovative, inspirational and international working environment

• Competitive salary (4.000-5.000 EUR/month), fringe benefits and occupational health care

• Convenient location in Aalto University Otaniemi campus in Espoo, close to metro, tram and bus stations

How to apply

Please send your CV and short application in English by e-mail to CTO Gabriel Quan (gabriel.quan@ioncell.fi) latest by 29.11.2026. We interview candidates as applications come in, so send your application now!