Hybrid-Electric Propulsion R&D Engineer — UAVs (Entry)

EDGE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE in Abu Dhabi is seeking an entry‑level engineer to support the R&D of hybrid‑electric propulsion systems for UAV applications, combining internal combustion engines with electric machines, power electronics and energy storage. You will work in the workshop and test cell, collaborating with the Powertech Italy facility, the Test team and external partners.

This hands‑on role is ideal for recent graduates, with opportunities to contribute to modelling, prototyping and testing across Abu Dhabi

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical or MechatronicsEngineering.
• 0–3 years of experience in engineering, R&D or testing (internships and universityprojects count).
• Fluent English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Support concept studies and trade-offs for hybrid‑electric powertrain architectures (series, parallel, range‑extender).
• Contribute to sizing and selection of components: engine, generator/motor, inverter, battery and power management.
• Prepare 3D models, drawings and system schematics for prototypes and test set‑ups.
• Build and maintain system‑level models of power, energy, efficiency and thermal behaviour.
• Analyse mission profiles to estimate fuel consumption, endurance and weight impact.
• Process and interpret test data; compare results against models and propose improvements.
• Support assembly, integration and commissioning of hybrid prototypes and test rigs.
• Prepare test procedures; take part in test campaigns in Abu Dhabi and Italy.
• Support instrumentation, data acquisition and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical issues.
• Support technical communication with suppliers and partners: specifications, quotations and follow‑up of deliveries.
• Maintain design records, test reports and technical documentation with full traceability.
• Contribute to technology scouting and keep up to date with hybrid and electric propulsion developments.

Skills

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical or MechatronicsEngineering.

Job description

EDGE in Abu Dhabi is seeking an entry‑level engineer to support the R&D of hybrid‑electric propulsion systems for UAV applications, combining internal combustion engines with electric machines, power electronics and energy storage. You will work in the workshop and test cell, collaborating with the Powertech Italy facility, the Test team and external partners.

This hands‑on role is ideal for recent graduates, with opportunities to contribute to modelling, prototyping and testing across Abu Dhabi