Meteomatics AG
Mechanical Drone Engineer | 80-100% | St. Gallen, Switzerland
What's the weather like tomorrow? 🌦️
How much energy will my solar power plant generate this week? Is this flight path safe and efficient? Will there be enough rain to water my crops? As the weather affects many industries' performance, businesses keep a close eye on what's happening in the skies.
At Meteomatics, we're a team of proud nerds who gather and deliver the most accurate weather data with our unique Meteodrones, bridging the meteorological data gap!
To make our drones fly, we are looking for a Mechanical Engineer, preferable with some experience in drones and aerodynamics, to join our team in St. Gallen!
Mechanical Drone Engineer (a)
Your responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements and specifications.
- Design and develop mechanical components and systems for drones and drone boxes, considering factors such as manufacturability, structural integrity, and reliability.
- Conduct simulations, analysis, and feasibility studies to ensure performance and safety of designs.
- Create detailed engineering drawings and documentation for manufacturing and assembly.
- Prototype, test, and iterate designs to achieve desired performance and functionality.
- Collaborate with manufacturing partners and suppliers to ensure efficient production processes.
- Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in drone technology.
Your qualifications
- Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- At least two years professional work experience in mechanical design and development.
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks) for 3D modeling and engineering drawings.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience with structural analysis, simulation, and optimization tools is desirable.
- Familiarity with drone components, propulsion systems, and aerodynamics is desirable.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Effective communication skills and ability to present and explain complex technical concepts. Fluent English (written and spoken) is mandatory, German skills beneficial.
Benefits
- International environment: we come from all over the globe and have very different backgrounds
- Motivated and dynamic team with low hierarchy and possibility to work independently
- Fun: our HR team is keen on organizing social activities. Join us for barbecues at the terrace, ski day on the Swiss mountains, summer off-site events, after-work LAN-party and drinks…
- 5 vacation weeks: we work better when we're well-rested!
Arbeitsort: 9000 St. Gallen
Yvonne Hasenburg
Senior Recruiter
yhasenburg@meteomatics.com
Meteomatics AG
Unterstrasse 12
9000 St. Gallen
Switzerland
meteomatics.com