Senior Electronics Engineer

At Auterion we build a global open-source platform for drones and autonomous the growing market of autonomous vehicles we connect high-end open-source software and hardware with enterprise-grade support. Our Zurich-based core engineering team develops the technologies that form the foundation of current and future drone products.

As a Senior Electronics Engineer you will be a member of our interdisciplinary hardware engineering team driving the design and development of cutting-edge electronics for our next-generation drone platforms. Youll take ownership of electronic modules such as flight controllers sensors and vision systems leading PCB development from concept to mass close collaboration with the team you will develop solutions that enable visual navigation AI-powered 3D mapping autonomous cargo delivery and swarm coordination.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Design prototype and validate advanced avionics PCBs sensors and electronic modules for drone platforms driving concepts from initial ideation through detailed design and manufacturing readiness
• Plan and execute comprehensive PCB and product verification activities including test strategy definition execution and documentation; perform electrical and mechanical validation such as EMI/EMC compliance testing thermal cycling mechanical shock testing and HALT analysis
• Produce and maintain technical documentation including design concepts schematics and CAD drawings bills of materials (BOMs) assembly instructions and repair manuals
• Collaborate closely with test engineering manufacturing and production teams to ensure smooth transition of hardware designs from development to volume production
• Work with customer success teams to define hardware requirements align system architecture and interfaces and incorporate feedback from field deployments into design improvements
• Coach and mentor junior engineers contributing to technical excellence and best-practice development within the team

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering
• 5 years of experience in PCB design and electronic product development including prototyping layout and driving products from concept through production
• Proven expertise in high-density high-speed and mixed-signal PCB design with strong understanding of signal integrity impedance control and power integrity
• Hands-on experience with PCB verification and testing processes covering signal integrity analysis and EMC troubleshooting
• Proficiency with Altium Designer is highly desirable
• Experience with image sensors and camera module design is a strong advantage
• Hands-on solution-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to address technical challenges independently
• Strong communication skills in English both written and verbal

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Stock Options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Company pension plan
• Car parking
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Learning and development opportunities

About Auterion

We are building the leading software and electronics platform for AI-powered autonomous systems for enterprise and government customers. Our team is supporting the most important missions and solving the most challenging problems.

At Auterion we bring together the sharpest minds who love to solve the hardest problems. Join a vibrant team built on innovation openness and excellence where youll be empowered to develop ideas collaborate across all levels and make an impact that matters.