Mechatronics Engineer

Ayrton Energy’s mission is to propel the global shift towards sustainable energy with the broad deployment of our cutting-edge hydrogen storage technology, reshaping hydrogen distribution to mirror the safety, simplicity, and efficiency of traditional fuels such as diesel or gasoline. As a part of this, Ayrton is looking to hire a dynamic Mechatronics Engineer to help develop our technology into a commercial product.
You will love this job if:
You enjoy working on the frontier of energy systems technology development, where the answers aren't always clear, and you get to find new solutions to challenges being faced for the first time
You thrive in fast-paced technology development environments where practical problem-solving is valued and are comfortable in engineering offices, shop and lab environments
You have a proven track record of taking ownership of projects from concept through build, testing, and deployment
You quickly identify issues and implement efficient, cost-effective solutions
You want to work with a small, highly motivated team where everyone contributes beyond their job title
You have a passion for clean technology and a desire to develop products for a sustainable future
Your Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Director of Engineering you will work with the chemistry, mechanical and electrical teams to design and implement control systems that enable safe, reliable, and scalable operation of Ayrton's LOHC technology platforms
Specify, source, and evaluate electrical and instrumentation components
Work hands on to integrate and commission the controls and electrical systems into prototype equipment for testing
Collaborate with Mechanical, Manufacturing, and Tech Dev teams to rapidly develop and improve products
Generate design documentation including controls narratives, cause-and-effect matrices and schematics to enable successful design review and manufacture
Lead root-cause investigations and implement control system improvements that increase reliability and performance
Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and safety requirements
Support hazard reviews, risk assessments, and safe operating procedures
What Success Looks Like After 12 Months:
You have played a key role in commissioning and validating Ayrton Energy's demonstration system in the field
You have developed robust, well-integrated controls for our next-generation test equipment and system designs
You are a trusted technical resource for instrumentation, controls, and automation challenges
You have improved system reliability, safety, and maintainability through thoughtful design and troubleshooting
You have become a core contributor to Ayrton's engineering culture and product development process
Your Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics or Control Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent practical experience)
At least 3 years of relevant experience designing, building and testing mechatronic systems
Strong hands-on experience with controls development and integration with mechanical design
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and solve instrumentation and controls-related issues in laboratory or industrial environments
Experience working with Solidworks CAD software to produce design and manufacturing drawings including use of GD&T
Track record of translating prototype designs into commercially viable products
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Eligible for Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation in Alberta
Must be legally authorized to work in Canada and able to work on-site at Ayrton Energy’s facility in Calgary
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with Beckhoff PLCs, TwinCAT, EtherCAT networks, and embedded controller platforms such as M5Stack is considered an asset
Experience working with fuel cell, electrolyzer or related electrochemical systems an asset
Familiarity with hydrogen and hazardous area classification standards an asset
We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement — your unique experience and perspective matter.
Compensation & Benefits:
Equity / stock options: All full-time employees receive stock options and share in the upside of what we build together
Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental coverage with a Health Spending Account (HSA), plus a generous vacation policy
Relocation support for candidates outside the Calgary area
At Ayrton We Value:
Honesty and Candor – We are solving hard problems and look for diverse thought – challenging leadership is encouraged
Dependability – We value action over words and will empower you to get things done
Be Kind – We are a team. Win together, lose together, learn together
We’re excited to find the right candidate to join our team full-time for the long term. We are actively recruiting and look forward to connecting with qualified candidates. While we’re grateful for all interest and do our best to respond thoughtfully, those most closely aligned with the role will be contacted for next steps.
Ayrton is an equal opportunity employer that values equity, diversity and inclusion within our team. As a women-led venture, our company strives to provide a supportive atmosphere for under-represented individuals in business and STEM fields, including a focus on work-life balance and employee mental health.
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