Junior Mechatronics Engineer

black.ai; Sutherland Shire Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Option Plan)

Learning & development fund

L&D leave – 2 days/year

Parental leave

Onsite snacks & drinks

Job summary

SunDrive is seeking a Junior Mechatronics Engineer to join our team for a fixed‑term 6‑month contract. You will work with experienced engineers on hardware/software subsystems, contribute to lab and production system improvements in our Kurnell facility, and gain hands‑on experience across design, prototyping, testing and commissioning.

You should have a Bachelor’s in Mechatronics, a hands‑on mindset, and an interest in embedded systems, electronics, software and automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics or related engineering discipline.
• Hands‑on approach to problem solving across hardware and software.
• Interest in developing skills across embedded systems, electronics, software and automation.
• Willingness to learn and get hands‑on, with internships/projects as bonus.

Responsibilities

• Work on a hardware/software-based subsystem, building responsibility as you gain experience across design, prototyping, testing and commissioning.
• Contribute to development and improvement of lab and production systems in Kurnell, gaining hands‑on experience in real‑world R&D.
• Be curious and proactive, comfortable taking initiative while collaborating with cross‑functional teams.
• Travel opportunities may arise to support deployment and commissioning of SunDrive technology.

Skills

Embedded systems

Hardware & software

Problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics

Job description

SunDrive’s proprietary technology enables the use of copper instead of silver for solar cell electrodes. This technological breakthrough has significant benefits, including greater efficiency, lower cost, a scalable supply chain, and more environmentally friendly production.

Founded in 2015, SunDrive is backed by some of Australia’s top venture capital firms (Blackbird, Main Sequence, Virescent, Grok), tech founders, and the Australian Government (CEFC, ARENA). SunDrive has quickly grown from a UNSW Ph.D. project in a garage to producing the world’s most efficient commercial-sized solar cells.

As a Junior Mechatronics Engineer, you'll work alongside experienced software and mechatronics engineers, gaining hands‑on experience in how we design, build and validate automation systems for our customers. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your technical skills while contributing to real-world engineering projects and commercial solutions.

If you're excited by the opportunity to help SunDrive bring its novel technology from R&D into commercial deployment, while learning and growing as part of a passionate, high-impact engineering team, we want to hear from you!

This role is a fixed term, 6-month contract.

You Will:

• Work on a hardware/software-based subsystem, building responsibility as you gain experience across design, prototyping, testing and commissioning.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of our lab and production systems in Kurnell, gaining hands‑on experience in a real‑world R&D environment and supporting engineering activities that enable system performance and reliability.
• Be someone who is curious, passionate about engineering, keen to learn and comfortable taking initiative while working with cross‑functional teams.
• Have exciting opportunities for international travel will arise as you help support the deployment and commissioning of our technology.

About You:

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics or a related engineering discipline.
• You bring a hands‑on approach to problem‑solving and an interest in working across both hardware and software systems.
• You are interested in developing your skills across embedded systems, electronics, software and automation.
• Experience gained through university, internships, projects or personal interests is a bonus, but a willingness to learn and get hands‑on is what matters most.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Mandarin speaking and writing skills
• A passion project you would love to share

SunDrive Benefits

Meaningful Work & Ownership

• Access SunDrive’s Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) - real ownership in SunDrive’s growth (permanent employees only)
• Work on breakthrough solar technology with global impact.
• Be part of a tight, high‑performing team where your ideas matter

Learning & Growth

• Company‑wide L&D Fund for courses, coaching, and technical development
• Dedicated weekly learning time
• 2 days of paid L&D leave per year

Leave & Flexibility

• Unlimited rollover on annual and personal leave
• Parental Leave: 13 weeks primary / 6 weeks secondary caregiver leave.
• Paid antenatal leave and support for early arrivals, surrogacy, and return‑to‑work planning

Health & Wellbeing

• Free, confidential EAP support for employees and immediate family

Financial & Everyday Perks

• EV-only novated leasing
• Weekly transport (tolls and public transport) allowance up to $45
• Tuesdays lunches covered
• Snacks and drinks onsite for your convenience

SunDrive Solar Pty Ltd is an Equal Opportunity / Aff… all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

SunDrive is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let us know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.