Operations Engineer — Energy

Infravision; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Infravision in Austin, TX is seeking an Operations Engineer to bridge engineering, R&D, and field operations for drone-enabled powerline construction.

This hands-on role focuses on designing, modifying, and maintaining mechanical, hydraulic, and ground-based systems, with travel to field sites as needed.

You will help translate lab concepts into field-ready equipment, improve safety and productivity, and partner with diverse teams to deliver reliable infrastructure solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience or strong interest in mechanical/hydraulic systems and robotics.
• Ability to read and modify technical drawings.
• Excellent cross-functional communication.
• Willingness to travel and work on field sites.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve robotic products and field systems used in aerial stringing.
• Design, modify, and maintain mechanical and hydraulic systems for drone-enabled construction.
• Create maintenance protocols and improvement plans for stringing equipment.
• Design rope management systems integrating technology with traditional methods.
• Oversee steel fabrication projects and hardware quality checks.
• Use CAD and technical docs to communicate design solutions.
• Collaborate with field teams to ensure safety, durability, and productivity.
• Troubleshoot field issues and identify root causes in real time.
• Support safety and quality standards in equipment and modifications.
• Communicate with engineering, operations, safety, suppliers, and customers.
• Travel to support field operations and deployments.
• Assist with startup needs as assigned.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Troubleshooting

Field engineering

Communication

Safety mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Operations Engineer — Field Systems & Utility Construction Technology

Austin, TX | Full-Time | Exempt | Onsite/Field-Based | Travel Required

The Opportunity

Infravision is looking for an Operations Engineer to serve as a key link between engineering, R&D, and field operations. This role will support the design, modification, maintenance, and field integration of the mechanical, hydraulic, and ground-based systems that make drone-enabled powerline stringing possible.

This is a hands‑on engineering role for someone who enjoys solving real‑world technical problems, working closely with field teams, and turning concepts into practical, safe, and reliable equipment solutions. The Operations Engineer will support both product development and field execution, helping ensure Infravision’s technology performs in demanding utility construction environments.

The right candidate will bring mechanical engineering capability, strong technical curiosity, practical problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast‑moving environment where engineering decisions directly impact field productivity, safety, and customer success.

About Infravision

Infravision is a high‑growth, technology‑enabled services company specialising in aerial robotics and software solutions for the transmission industry, with a focus on increasing grid capacity and automating power line construction. Infravision’s mission is to deliver solutions that modernise and decarbonise the power grid and accelerate the world’s transition to renewable energy.

Trusted by some of the world’s largest electric utility companies, Infravision’s technologies and services are at the cutting edge of transmission and power grid modernisation. Infravision operates across Australia, the United States, and India, and continues to scale globally.

Find out more about Infravision and our work at: https://infravision.com.au/

Why Work For Infravision

At Infravision, you will be part of a mission‑driven technology company helping transform how high‑voltage transmission infrastructure is built. Our work is hands‑on, field‑based, and directly connected to grid modernisation, renewable energy growth, and critical infrastructure delivery.

You will work alongside engineering, R&D, aviation, operations, safety, and field teams to develop and improve the systems used in real‑world transmission construction projects.

This is a role for someone who wants to do more than design from behind a desk. You will help bridge the gap between lab concepts and field execution, working on practical solutions that improve safety, reliability, productivity, and scalability.

What You’ll Do

• Support the concept development, mechanical design, and improvement of robotic products, ground hardware, and field systems used in aerial stringing operations.
• Design, modify, and maintain mechanical and hydraulic systems used in drone‑enabled utility construction.
• Develop maintenance protocols and equipment improvement plans for stringing equipment and related field assets.
• Design rope management systems and support stringing methodologies that integrate Infravision’s technology with conventional utility construction methods.
• Oversee or support steel fabrication projects, specialist equipment selection, supplier coordination, and hardware quality checks.
• Use CAD software and technical documentation to develop, modify, and communicate design solutions.
• Work closely with field teams to ensure hardware is functional, durable, safe, and optimised for high‑productivity environments.
• Troubleshoot field issues, identify root causes, and support practical engineering solutions in real time.
• Support safety and quality standards by ensuring equipment, designs, and modifications meet operational requirements.
• Communicate clearly with engineering, R&D, operations, field, safety, suppliers, and customer‑facing teams.
• Travel as required to support field operations, project execution, equipment testing, troubleshooting, and deployment.
• Support other engineering, field, operational, safety, documentation, and startup needs as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline preferred.
• Experience or strong interest in mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, steel fabrication, utility construction equipment, robotics, or field‑based engineering.
• Proficiency with CAD software and ability to create, read, interpret, and modify technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to translate engineering concepts into practical field‑ready solutions.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment, systems, and design challenges in fast‑moving operational environments.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across engineering, R&D, field operations, safety, suppliers, and non‑technical stakeholders.
• High level of professionalism, judgment, and ownership in customer‑facing or field‑adjacent environments.
• Strong safety mindset and willingness to follow structured engineering, operational, quality, and documentation procedures.
• Ability to work in both office/shop and field environments, including outdoor, non‑climate‑controlled, active project sites when required.
• Ability and willingness to travel to support field operations, testing, troubleshooting, and deployments.
• Fast learner mindset with the ability to quickly understand new systems, equipment, standards, and industry requirements.
• Flexibility to support a broad range of responsibilities in a growing startup environment.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Infravision, diversity and inclusion are integral to our culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where unique perspectives are valued.

We believe different experiences, skills, and ways of thinking strengthen our teams and help us solve complex problems. Infravision is also proud to be a veteran‑supportive employer, with many team members bringing former armed forces experience to our work.

We encourage applications from candidates who meet the core requirements of the role and are excited to contribute to a growing, mission‑driven technology company.

Infravision is a proud veteran employer, with up to 40% of our workforce being from former armed forces backgrounds.