Robotics Engineering Intern

Nautica Technologies AG; Dietlikon; On-site; CHF 20,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Equity participation

Hands-on experience

Job summary

Nautica Technologies AG in Zurich is seeking a Robotics Engineering Intern to help design, develop, and test underwater robotic platforms for autonomous ship-hull cleaning and inspection.

You will collaborate with seasoned engineers to build lightweight, watertight systems that perform in harsh marine environments, contributing to real-world tests in labs, pools, and on vessels. This internship offers mentorship, hands-on experience, and a potential full-time path.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in MSc in Mechatronics/Robotics/CS/Mechanical Eng or related field.
• Open to transitioning to full-time or master's thesis afterward.
• Basic programming in C++ or Python.
• Experience with ROS/ROS2 or equivalent project experience.
• Strong problem-solving mindset, proactive attitude, and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced startup.
• Excellent communication and ability to collaborate across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test robotics/control algorithms.
• Contribute to sensor integration, navigation, and obstacle mapping.
• Participate in lab, pool, and on-vessel field tests, collecting data, and improving the system.

Skills

C++

Python

ROS/ROS2

Education

MSc in Mechatronics/Robotics/CS/Mechanical Eng

Job description

At Nautica Technologies, we’re pioneering intelligent robotic systems for autonomous ship-hull cleaning and inspection. Based in Zurich and backed by leading venture capital investors, we work at the intersection of robotics, autonomy, and sustainability to tackle critical challenges in the maritime industry. While still operating in partial stealth, our technology is already being piloted with major shipping companies. Join us as a Robotics Engineering Intern and help shape the future of proactive vessel maintenance and inspection.

Your Role

As an intern on our core engineering team, you’ll gain hands-on experience across robotics and software domains to help design, develop, and test our underwater robotic platforms. You’ll collaborate closely with experienced robotics, software, and electrical engineers to build lightweight, watertight, and field-serviceable systems capable of operating in harsh marine environments.

What You'll Do

• Develop and test robotics/control algorithms
• Contribute to sensor integration, navigation, and obstacles mapping
• Participate in lab, pool, and on-vessel field tests, collecting data, and improving the system

Must-Have Qualifications

• Currently enrolled or completed an MSc program in Mechatronics, Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Open to transitioning into a full-time role or Master's thesis project directly afterward
• Basic programming skills in C++ and/or Python
• Exposure to robotics middleware (e.g. ROS/ROS2) or equivalent project experience
• Strong problem-solving mindset, proactive attitude, and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced startup
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across disciplines

Nice to Have

• Coursework or projects in underwater or mobile robotics, control systems, or perception
• Experience with sensor fusion, SLAM, vision-based navigation, path planning
• Familiarity with embedded systems or real-time software
• Configuring and setting up embedded hardware

What we offer

• Mentorship & Learning: Direct guidance from seasoned robotics engineers and access to cutting-edge tools
• Real-World Impact: Contribute to technology already being tested by industry-leading shipping partners
• Hands-On Experience: Rapid prototyping cycles in the lab, pool, and on commercial vessels
• Future Opportunities: High-potential path to a full-time role and equity participation