Mechanical Engineer Intern

Do you want to dive in the fast-growing industry of drones and get a rewarding experience in a dynamic scale-up environment? 

At Flyability, we believe that robots should be sent into hazardous places and dangerous environments instead of humans. To support our belief, we created Elios, the world’s first collision-tolerant flying robot that can safely enter, survey, and inspect confined spaces so that people don’t have to. With more than 130 employees, Flyability is the pioneer in the UAS indoor inspection industry. Joining Flyability is not just taking on a new job; it is seizing the opportunity to improve the lives of millions of people and contribute to the future of robotics.

To complete our creative and dynamic team in Lausanne, we are seeking a:

Mechanical Engineer Intern (100%)
Starting date: 1st September

Your role:

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern in the drone industry, you will assist in the design of mechanical components and systems for innovative drone and payload products. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including aerodynamics, electronics, and software engineering, gaining valuable experience in the integration of mechanical designs to ensure exceptional drone and payload performance. This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to apply your engineering skills while contributing to real-world projects in a dynamic, cutting-edge environment.

What you will own: 

• Designing mechanical components for drones or payloads
• Using CAD software (such as SolidWorks) to create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings for drone or payload components and systems
• Collaborating with electronics engineers to integrate mechanical designs with electrical systems
• Assisting in the testing, validation, and troubleshooting of drone or payload prototypes, analyzing performance data, and contributing to design improvements

Requirements

Your profile:

• Master’s degree (or pursuing) in Mechanical Engineering, Micro-Engineering, Robotics or a related field
• Experience related to mechanical design and development in the drone industry or a related field
• Proficiency or familiarity with CAD software (such as SolidWorks) and other engineering tools
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes
• Excellent problem-solving skills and an interest in overcoming technical challenges
• Experience with prototyping techniques and rapid product development
• Proficient in English and in French
  

Flyability is a Swiss company with over 10 years of experience that values independent thinking combined with a collaborative spirit. Every day, you will have the opportunity to share your ideas and contribute to solving problems. We all work together, and each voice is considered as we collaborate to achieve our goals.

Ready to join?

We know the confidence gap and impostor syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply —regardless of your past experience or resume, we'd love to hear from you.