Mechanical Engineer

Lausanne, SwitzerlandFull-timeMechanical Engineering

DPhi Space is a Swiss startup building the intelligence infrastructure in space by turning satellites into inference servers and connecting space to the cloud on Earth.

The team launched a first demonstrator into space in March 2025 followed by the second one in March 2026. The company is on a track to continue the yearly launch cycle with the next system planned to launch in 2027.

For this mission, we are looking for motivated engineers to join the company.

Your Responsibilities

We are looking at covering the following competencies with multiple team members. You do not need to excel at all of them.

Mechanical design and structural analysis

System level thermal design and analysis

Prototyping and early design validation through experiments

Bring a project from design to manufacturing by coordinating with manufacturing partners

Plan and perform an environmental testing campaign

Interface with other engineers to ensure the system's integrity in all disciplines

What Will Make You Successful

The roles are open for different levels of seniority. Essential skills include

The ability to work in a team

Experience in spacecraft design techniques and processes for space or adjacent disciplines

Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks or similar) and FEM software (Ansys or similar)

Experience in rapid prototyping and experimental design verification

University or HES degree in any relevant engineering or science field

Problem-solving mindset and the ability to work with evolving constraints

Language: Fluency in English is a must, French is an asset

What We Offer

DPhi offers flexible working hours, and a dynamic, friendly, innovative and multi-cultural working environment. We have attractive working conditions including team social events. In particular, DPhi Space offers

Startup environment – a flexible and innovative work culture

Fast design cycles – design, build, test, and improve in short cycles

Room to grow – grow together with the company

Possibility of hybrid work. Fully remote positions are not an option

Possibility of participation in a stock options plan

DPhi Space supports equal opportunities employment.

Activity Details

Variable start dates

Permanent position with 3 months trial period

Activity rate from 80% to 100%

Ready to apply?

Join our team and help build the intelligence infrastructure in space.

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