Mechatronics & Electrical Team Lead for Autonomous Vehicles

SYOS Aerospace; Mount Maunganui; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SYOS Aerospace is seeking a Mechatronics and Electrical Team Lead to guide a cross-functional group in designing and delivering advanced electronic and mechatronic subsystems for autonomous vehicles. You will collaborate with mechanical, software, and leadership teams to realize bold concepts into field-tested systems.

The role demands 5+ years in mechatronics/electrical design and 2+ years in technical leadership, with strong experience in embedded systems, power electronics, and UAV robotics.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering (or related).
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in mechatronic/electrical systems design.
• 2+ years in a technical leadership or team lead role.
• Deep understanding of embedded systems, PCB design, control systems, and actuators/sensors.
• Proficient in Altium, MATLAB/Simulink, or equivalent tools.
• Experience with power management, motor control (brushed/brushless), and UAV or robotic systems.
• Comfortable working in a startup-style environment—fast-paced, agile, and solutions-driven.
• Nice to have: Experience with autonomous vehicles, UAVs, or robotics would be highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with DFMEA, HALT testing, or aerospace standards.
• Exposure to FPGA design, high-voltage systems, or battery management systems

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 systems comply with relevant safety standards, aerospace/military specs, and EMC guidelines.

Skills

Mechatronics

Electrical systems

Embedded systems

PCB design

Control systems

Motors & actuators

Power electronics

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering

Tools

Altium

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

SYOS Aerospace is seeking a Mechatronics and Electrical Team Lead to guide a cross-functional group in designing and delivering advanced electronic and mechatronic subsystems for autonomous vehicles. You will collaborate with mechanical, software, and leadership teams to realize bold concepts into field-tested systems.

The role demands 5+ years in mechatronics/electrical design and 2+ years in technical leadership, with strong experience in embedded systems, power electronics, and UAV robotics.