At a Glance
- Tasks: Join us to enhance autonomous farming robots and shape the future of agriculture.
- Company: SwarmFarm Robotics, a leader in innovative agricultural technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and a chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and innovation.
- Why this job: Be part of a mission-driven team transforming farming with cutting-edge tech.
- Qualifications: Degree in Mechatronics or related field; strong hands-on skills required.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
TRG (Tenth Revolution Group) is proud to be partnering exclusively with Swarm Farm Robotics, a pioneer in autonomous agriculture technology.
We're helping them grow their team with a capable and proactive Mechatronics Engineer who wants to be part of an innovative, high-impact organisation shaping the future of farming.
We are on a mission to inspire and empower farmers around the world and together is how we make it happen.
Knowing your job is knowing your position on this team.
Like elite athletes, we win together when everyone owns their role, trusts their teammates, and plays to their strengths.
Clarity drives confidence, and confidence drives results.
Let’s ensure you know your role on our team. GAME ON!
PURPOSE
The Mechatronics Engineer is responsible for ensuring the performance, reliability, and quality of our autonomous farming robots.
You will work hands-on with cutting-edge hardware lidars, cameras, GPS units, embedded systems and collaborate closely with software and robotics teams to integrate, test, troubleshoot, and continuously improve the platform.
Your insights and problem-solving will directly influence product quality, customer experience, and the evolution of our robotics ecosystem.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience, Education and/or Knowledge
- Bachelor's or Master's degree or trade experience in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong hands-on skills and experience in areas such as; wiring up electronics, fixing hydraulic issues, etc.
- Familiarity with industry-standard test equipment such as oscilloscopes or multimeters
- Ability and willingness to work in outdoor field environments, including commercial farms, and experience with field testing and data collection.
Skills & Attributes
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
- Proactive. You are ahead of the game before it has even begun.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Hardware & System Integration
- Install, configure, and integrate advanced hardware systems including lidars, cameras, antennas, GPS units, and embedded devices.
- Collaborate with development, robotics, and Swarm Connect partners to integrate new hardware and ensure seamless operation across mechanical, electrical, and software components.
- Commission Swarm Connect products, ensuring correct operation and smooth onboarding into the system.
- Design, build, and maintain reliable test setups that span mechanical, electrical, and software layers.
- Testing & Validation and Field Operations
- Conduct field testing on commercial farms, running structured test plans and collecting high-quality data to support continuous improvements.
- Perform functional, regression, and end-to-end testing across hardware and software to ensure system reliability and readiness for release.
- Work closely with the development team to execute test plans, identify defects, and provide clear, actionable feedback for improvements.
- Assist technical support teams to quickly troubleshoot and resolve escalated issues, ensuring our commercial fleet remains operational.
- Problem Solving, Diagnostics and Issue resolution
- Investigate complex technical issues across mechanical, electrical, and software domains, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
- Apply strong analytical and debugging skills to improve system stability and eliminate recurring issues.
- Support integration partners by diagnosing problems, validating fixes, and ensuring compatibility with Swarm Farm systems.
- Tools, Automation & Technical Enablement
- Develop and maintain software tools and scripts to streamline testing, data analysis, system diagnostics, and integration workflows.
- Contribute to scalable testing processes, documentation, and internal toolkits that enhance engineering productivity and system reliability.
- Collaboration, Continuous Improvement
- Develop and maintain software tools and scripts to streamline testing, data analysis, system diagnostics, and integration workflows.
- Contribute to scalable testing processes, documentation, and internal toolkits that enhance engineering productivity and system reliability.
Why Swarm Farm?
- Swarm Farm is driven by three core values that shape its culture and way of working:
- It Matters - Meaningful work that supports farmers and drives a more sustainable agricultural future.
- Get It Done - A solutions-focused mindset and commitment to delivering quality outcomes.
- We Win Together - A highly collaborative team where success is shared across customers, partners, and colleagues.
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Mechatronics Engineer in Emerald employer: Tenth Revolution Group
SwarmFarm Robotics is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets agriculture. With a strong focus on employee growth and collaboration, team members enjoy hands-on training opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the agricultural sector. Located in the heart of the Riverina, employees benefit from a supportive culture that values sustainability and teamwork, making it an ideal place for those passionate about technology and farming.
