Mechatronics Engineer - Laki Power

Laki Power, based in Reykjavík, develops a range of LKX products for monitoring high-voltage transmission lines, built on a patented power-harvesting technology that draws energy from the line. We have customers across four continents and closed a Series A round in September 2026 led by the NATO Innovation Fund. We are looking for a mechatronics engineer to join the team developing the LKX-DRONE and contribute to the mechanical design of the drone, its docking and charging interface, and overall hardening of the solution. The LKX-DRONE is a drone-based monitoring system for power grids, built to fully automate tower inspection, preventive maintenance, post-storm inspection, wildfire surveillance and security reconnaissance. We did extensive prototype testing in 2026, including docking on a live 220 kV line, and are now redesigning it for a commercial launch in 2027. Your role • Mechanical design of the drone: taking the current prototype to a smaller, lighter production design. • Docking mechanics and the charging interface: adapting Laki’s power-harvesting platform to interface with and charge the drone. • Environmental hardening and testing: a system that works in harsh weather, with electronics that withstand the EMI of a high-voltage line. • Prototyping and field tests. Qualifications • A degree in mechatronics, mechanical or electrical engineering, or equivalent experience. • Hands-on experience in developing robotics or similar hardware. • Solid experience and knowledge of CAD software. • Experience with drone development is a big plus. • Able to work independently and take ownership, while being a strong team player. • Ability to communicate in English in a professional setting. Our team We are focused on building a team that is diverse in age, gender and fields of expertise, and we welcome applicants of every background. If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you – even if you don’t tick every box. Do you want to help keep the power on? Further information Hlynur Atli Magnússon – [email removed]