Working Student - Mechatronics & Control Engineering (Data)

At Phlair, we’re on a mission to reverse climate change with Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology. Our scalable, cost-efficient electrochemical DAC system removes CO2 from the atmosphere, storing it permanently or converting it into CO2-negative chemicals. We’ve developed a breakthrough hydrolizer for acid/base regeneration, and we’re working with forward-thinking customers like Frontier Climate, Stripe, Shopify, and Klarna.
As a Working Student in Mechatronics & Control Engineering, you’ll play a critical role in developing and optimizing systems that power our DAC technology at scale. You’ll work alongside our Control and Data Engineer, Xun, to implement, improve, and maintain the core software and systems that enable our innovative technology.

• Maintain and improve the current software library
• Implement and enhance unit testing for all software components
• Build, improve, and maintain new or existing systems

Essential:

• Completed a BSc in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
• Hands-on experience with automation systems (e.g., Beckhoff, Siemens)
• Advanced microcontroller programming experience (beyond basic Arduino projects)
• Practical experience working in mechatronic projects within a team environment
• Familiarity with Git for version control
• A proactive mindset, with the ability to solve complex engineering problems independently

Who You Are / Skills:

• Has a “can-do” attitude and doesn’t get discouraged when things don’t go as planned
• Is eager to bring in new ideas, challenge existing systems, and contribute to decision-making processes
• Takes responsibility for their work and tries to find solutions independently before seeking help
• Holds themselves accountable for meeting deadlines and hitting timelines
• Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities
• Skilled in reading and interpreting datasheets for technical components
• Comfort with repetitive tasks (e.g., writing code for multiple sensors)
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of tasks, and follow through with minimal supervision

• Experience with network setup and IT infrastructure
• Familiarity with CAD software and design tools
• Ability to solve complex problems without relying on AI tools

• Competitive compensation package
• Minimum of 20 days of vacation per year
• Free public transportation ticket for all of Germany
• A fitness subscription to EGYM Wellpass, so you can clear your head in your time out of the office
• Freshly cooked lunch every Monday, Wednesday and Friday with our amazing chef Amelie

Learn more about us:

• Our Culture
• Phlair Lands Frontier’s First Electrochemical DAC Deal
• Seed Round
• Extantia on the future of DAC
• Frontier Climate buyers' club