Mechatronics and Electrical Team Lead

Syos Aerospace; Mount Maunganui; Remote; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SYOS seeks a Mechatronics and Electrical Team Lead to drive design and delivery of advanced subsystems for autonomous vehicles in Mount Maunganui, NZ. The role combines leadership with hands-on engineering across electrical, mechatronics, and embedded hardware.

You will mentor a cross-functional team, define architecture, and ensure on-time delivery across multiple projects while adhering to safety and aerospace standards. This is a fast-paced startup-style environment that values innovation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering (or related).
• 5+ years hands-on experience in mechatronic/electrical systems design.
• 2+ years in a technical leadership or team lead role.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-functional team of electrical and mechatronics engineers.
• Architect and integrate electrical systems, power electronics, control systems, and embedded hardware.
• Plan and manage team deliverables across multiple projects.
• Guide rapid prototyping and bench testing of electromechanical subsystems.
• Collaborate with software, mechanical, and flight teams for seamless integration.
• Implement design, documentation, testing, and validation best practices.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, aerospace specs, and EMC guidelines.

Skills

Mechatronics

Electrical engineering

Team leadership

Embedded systems

Control systems

Actuators & sensors

PCB design

Startup environment

Autonomous vehicles/UAVs/robotics

DFMEA

HALT testing

Aerospace standards

High-voltage systems

Battery management systems

Education

Mechatronics/Electrical/Electronics Engineering degree

Tools

Altium

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

SYOS is a fast-growing global robotics and aerospace company, driving the development of cutting-edge uncrewed vehicles (drones) across air, land, and sea for dual-use applications. We are committed to pushing technological boundaries and delivering exceptional products that consistently exceed customer expectations.

About the role:

The Mechatronics and Electrical Team leadis responsible forleadinga 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 systemscomply withrelevant safety standards, aerospace/military specs, and EMC guidelines.

Skills/ Competencies:

• Degree in Mechatronics,Electrical, orElectronics Engineering(or related)
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in mechatronic/electrical systems design
• 2+ years in atechnical leadership or team leadrole
• Deep understanding of embedded systems, PCB design, control systems, and actuators/sensors
• Proficient inAltium,MATLAB/Simulink, or equivalent tools
• Experience with power management, motor control (brushed/brushless), and UAV or robotic systems
• Comfortable working in astartup-style environment— fast-paced, agile, and solutions-driven
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Not required, nice to have:
• Experience withautonomous vehicles,UAVs, orroboticswould be highly beneficial
• Familiarity withDFMEA,HALT testing, or aerospace standards
• Exposure toFPGAdesign,high-voltage systems, orbattery management systems

Location:

This position is anoffice basedrole 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.