Lead Mechatronics Engineer — High-Performance Vehicles

Motorsport Network, LLC; France; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Spark in France is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer to lead the design, integration and validation of mechatronic systems for our high‑performance vehicles.

You will design and integrate systems, define technical requirements, perform mechanical integration with CAD tools, support prototyping and testing, analyze data and drive improvements.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 3–5 years of hands-on motorsport experience, CATIA/3DEXPERIENCE proficiency and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in the development and integration of mechatronic systems, ideally in motorsport or automotive.
• Good knowledge of CAD tools, ideally CATIA / 3DEXPERIENCE.
• Good understanding of actuators, sensors, embedded systems and vehicle electronics.
• Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing and validation.
• Knowledge of high voltage batteries, BMS, CAN communication, electric powertrains or data acquisition is a plus.
• Fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate mechatronics systems combining mechanical, electrical and electronic components.
• Define technical requirements and specifications for components and subsystems.
• Perform mechanical integration and packaging using CAD tools.
• Support prototyping, bench testing and vehicle validation.
• Analyse test data, troubleshoot issues and improve system performance and reliability.
• Coordinate technical interfaces with mechanical, electrical, software and powertrain teams.
• Lead suppliers and follow developments through to production.
• Maintain technical documentation and contribute to design reviews.

Skills

Mechatronics

CAD tools

CATIA/3DEXPERIENCE

Embedded systems

Prototyping

CAN communication

English

Education

Master's in Mechatronics or related field

Tools

CATIA

3DEXPERIENCE

Job description

Born in racing, our expectations are high. All members of our team are multifaceted and highly driven to exceed targets. This is a unique opportunity to test yourself while leading a new area of expertise at Spark.

As part of the development of our Engineering department, we are looking for a Mechatronics Engineer to lead the design, integration and validation of mechatronic systems for our high-performance vehicles.

Your missions :

• Design and integrate mechatronics systems combining mechanical, electrical and electronic components;
• Define technical requirements and specifications for components and subsystems;
• Perform mechanical integration and packaging using CAD tools;
• Support prototyping, bench testing and vehicle validation;
• Analyse test data, troubleshoot issues and improve system performance and reliability;
• Coordinate technical interfaces with mechanical, electrical, software and powertrain teams;
• Lead suppliers and follow developments through to production;
• Maintain technical documentation and contribute to design reviews.

Your profile :

• Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics or a related field;
• 3 to 5 years of experience in the development and integration of mechatronic systems, ideally in motorsport or automotive;
• Good knowledge of CAD tools, ideally CATIA / 3DEXPERIENCE;
• Good understanding of actuators, sensors, embedded systems and vehicle electronics;
• Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing and validation;
• Knowledge of high voltage batteries, BMS, CAN communication, electric powertrains or data acquisition is a plus;
• Fluent English.

While knowledge and experience are important, motivation, attitude and drive to grow are key for Spark.