Careers at Skycharge

Working at Skycharge

At Skycharge, we’re building the future of autonomous drones. Since pioneering the world’s first drone charging pad in 2015 at the Qualcomm Research Center in California, we’ve grown into Europe’s market leader in cross-platform drone docking and charging systems.

Our patented technology powers autonomous drone operations across the globe—spanning critical infrastructure, emergency response, and defense missions.

Working here means being part of a team solving one of the most important challenges in autonomous drones. We’re not just supporting the drone industry—we’re powering its next chapter.

Open positions

  • Location: Trento, Italy

    Job Type: Full-time

    Role Summary: We’re looking for a hands-on Mechatronic/System Engineer to lead and expand our hangar product line. This is a hybrid engineering and product owner role for someone who thrives in a small, dynamic, cross-functional team and wants to take full ownership of a critical product family.

    You will contributo to managing the technical roadmap of hangars defining and tracking requirements, programming PLCs, coordinating developments, validating components, and supporting real-world deployments.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Lead the development, improvement, and scaling of Skycharge’s hangar systems.

    • Define technical requirements, track progress, and maintain detailed product documentation.

    • Program PLCs (Siemens or equivalent) for automation and system behavior.

    • Coordinate engineering tasks across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.

    • Select and validate components for robustness, cost, and performance.

    • Ensure testing, certification, and system reliability across operational environments.

    • Support customer installations and integrations, ensuring fast, reliable service.

    • Align developments with drone charging and docking teams, ensuring full-system compatibility.

    • Contribute to the design and launch of new product variants in line with CaaS strategy.

    Requirements:

    • Senior profile. Degree in Mechatronic Engineering, Systems Engineering and/or relevant background.

    • 5+ years of experience in multi-disciplinary product development.

    • Strong PLC programming experience, preferably with Siemens or similar platforms.

    • Proven ability to work independently and take full ownership of a product area.

    • Comfortable in a fast-paced, lean, startup environment with evolving priorities.

    • Skilled in technical documentation, prototyping, and integration workflows.

    Nice to Have:

    • Background in drone systems, robotics, industrial automation.

    • Experience with CE certifications (management)

    • Familiarity with mission planner or backend software integration.

Our offerings include:

  • Joining a thriving technology startup in Europe with promising growth potential;

  • Being entrusted with responsibility and autonomy to make your own decisions;

  • Access to cutting-edge technology and equipment;

  • The ability to directly impact our success;

  • Our headquarters are situated in Berlin, Germany, one of Europe's most vibrant startup hubs, and in Trento, Italy, in the heart of the Dolomites, a UNESCO Word Heritage site.

Apply here.