Company Description Xera Robotics Pvt Ltd is a deep-tech marine robotics startup based in India, focused on developing advanced technologies for electrifying and transforming ocean operations. The company works at the intersection of robotics, mechatronics, and marine engineering to build innovative solutions for challenging underwater environments. Team members collaborate on cutting-edge hardware and software systems that push the boundaries of autonomous and remotely operated marine platforms.

Xera Robotics offers a agile, high-impact environment where engineering talent can directly contribute to sustainable and efficient ocean technologies.

Role Description The Senior Mechatronics Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in Chennai, responsible for designing, integrating, and validating mechatronic systems for marine robotic platforms. Day-to-day work includes developing electromechanical assemblies, selecting and integrating sensors and actuators, and collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to ensure robust system performance. The role involves creating and reviewing schematics, wiring layouts, and control architectures, as well as performing hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and optimization of marine robotic systems.

The engineer will establish maintenance procedures, guide repair activities, support field deployments, and mentor junior engineers and technicians to ensure reliability and safety of deployed systems.

Qualifications (8 Years Experience

- Strong foundation in Mechatronics and Electromechanics,



with proven experience in designing and integrating complex electromechanical systems.
- Proficiency in Electrical Engineering and Electronics, including circuit design, sensor/actuator integration, and familiarity with marine-grade components.
- Hands-on expertise in Maintenance & Repair of robotic or industrial systems, with a focus on diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and reliability improvement.
- Experience with control systems, embedded systems, and motion control for robotic applications is highly beneficial.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
- Ability to read and create technical drawings, schematics, and documentation, and use relevant CAD/CAE tools.
- Comfort working in marine or industrial environments and willingness to participate in field tests and deployments.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and mentor junior colleagues.

Working ability in schematic reading/design and basic PCB design (KiCad or Altium), plus strong soldering and harness skills
- B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

8+ years integrating robots or autonomous vehicles (marine, ground or aerial) from build to field deployment
- Hands-on with motor drives, actuators, encoders, IMUs and other vehicle sensors

Programming in Python and C/C++ for test rigs, actuator control and data analysis; familiarity with

ROS/ROS 2

📌 Senior Mechatronics Engineer (Chennai)
🏢 Xera Robotics
📍 Chennai