Senior Mechatronics Engineer - Autonomous Systems
Archway Recruitment
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Auckland, Auckland
Contract type: Full time
Senior Mechatronics Engineer [Autonomous Systems]
Location: Auckland, New Zealand
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Archway Technology Recruitment is excited to partner and recruit for this upcoming opportunity. Our client is a global leader in intelligent automation and real-world data platforms, building innovative solutions that help industries capture, process, and act on physical environment data at scale. From infrastructure to energy, their platform powers smart, connected workflows across a variety of field-deployed systems.
As our client team grows, we are now seeking a Senior Mechatronics Engineer with expertise in autonomous systems, particularly those that operate in dynamic, real-world environments. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys tackling complex engineering challenges, from developing real-time control systems to designing robust testing environments.
You’ll be stepping into a critical role within a team known for delivering high-performance edge computing software, simulation tools (SITL/HITL), and distributed control across fleets of smart devices. Your background might include work with mobile systems, embedded automation platforms, or multi-agent coordination tools.
What You’ll Do
Applicants with valid New Zealand work rights are preferred, but overseas candidates with firm plans to relocate or applying for visas are welcome.
Location: Auckland, New Zealand
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Archway Technology Recruitment is excited to partner and recruit for this upcoming opportunity. Our client is a global leader in intelligent automation and real-world data platforms, building innovative solutions that help industries capture, process, and act on physical environment data at scale. From infrastructure to energy, their platform powers smart, connected workflows across a variety of field-deployed systems.
As our client team grows, we are now seeking a Senior Mechatronics Engineer with expertise in autonomous systems, particularly those that operate in dynamic, real-world environments. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys tackling complex engineering challenges, from developing real-time control systems to designing robust testing environments.
You’ll be stepping into a critical role within a team known for delivering high-performance edge computing software, simulation tools (SITL/HITL), and distributed control across fleets of smart devices. Your background might include work with mobile systems, embedded automation platforms, or multi-agent coordination tools.
What You’ll Do
- Design and maintain software for field-deployed autonomous platforms, including control systems, telemetry, and mission execution
- Develop simulation and orchestration tools to support hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop testing
- Collaborate with hardware vendors to onboard and integrate new platforms
- Work directly with end-users to trial, refine, and deploy advanced automation workflows
- Document and evangelize new capabilities to drive adoption across the business and customer base
- Strong academic background - Degree in Mechatronics, Embedded Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field
- Proven commercial experience delivering production-grade software for automated or autonomous systems
- Strong background in real-time systems, control theory, sensor integration, or edge computing
- Familiarity with testing tools and simulation environments for multi-platform or multi-agent systems
- Proficiency in Go, Python, or TypeScript, and experience with protocols like MAVLink, gRPC, or MQTT
- Bonus points for experience with CAD, embedded firmware, or custom PCB prototyping
- Work on impactful automation solutions used in global operations
- Join a technically mature team that values autonomy, experimentation, and quality
- Enjoy hybrid working and flexible hours, with hands-on time in a purpose-built facility in Auckland
- Occasional travel to field sites or customer locations may be required
Applicants with valid New Zealand work rights are preferred, but overseas candidates with firm plans to relocate or applying for visas are welcome.
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