Mechatronics and Electrical Team Lead at SYOS Aerospace

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Team Leadership, Mechatronics Design, Electrical System Architecture, PCB Design, Embedded Systems, Control Systems, Altium, MATLAB/Simulink, Power Electronics, Motor Control, Rapid Prototyping, Systems Integration, EMC Guidelines, DFMEA, HALT Testing, FPGA Design

Industry

Robotics Engineering

Description

About the role: The Mechatronics and Electrical Team lead is responsible for leading a multidisciplinary team designing and delivering advanced mechatronic and electrical subsystems for next-gen autonomous vehicles. Working closely with Mechanical, Software, and leadership to turn bold concepts into field-tested, real-world systems. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a cross-functional team of electrical and mechatronics engineers; foster a culture of innovation, ownership, and excellence. System Design: Lead the architecture, design, and integration of electrical systems, power electronics, control systems, and embedded hardware for autonomous platforms. Project Execution: Plan and manage team deliverables across multiple projects, ensuring on-time and high-quality outcomes. Hands-on Prototyping: Guide rapid prototyping and testing of electromechanical subsystems and contribute to problem-solving on the bench. Collaboration: Work closely with software, mechanical, and flight teams to ensure seamless systems integration. Process Improvement: Implement best practices for design, documentation, testing, and validation. Safety & Compliance: Ensure electrical systems comply with relevant safety standards, aerospace/military specs, and EMC guidelines. Skills/Competencies: Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering (or related) 5+ years of hands-on experience in mechatronic/electrical systems design 2+ years in a technical leadership or team lead role Deep understanding of embedded systems, PCB design, control systems, and actuators/sensors Proficient in Altium, MATLAB/Simulink, or equivalent tools Experience with power management, motor control (brushed/brushless), and UAV or robotic systems Comfortable working in a startup-style environment — fast-paced, agile, and solutions-driven Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Not required, nice to have: Experience with autonomous vehicles, UAVs, or robotics would be highly beneficial Familiarity with DFMEA, HALT testing, or aerospace standards Exposure to FPGA design, high-voltage systems, or battery management systems Location: This position is an office based role based in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand. Known for its stunning surf beaches, vibrant culture, and a burgeoning tech scene, Mount Maunganui offers an excellent quality of life and a conducive environment for innovation. #LI-SL1

Responsibilities

Lead a multidisciplinary team in designing and delivering advanced mechatronic and electrical subsystems for autonomous vehicles. Manage project execution, system architecture, and the integration of embedded hardware and power electronics.