Aquila is building the future of energy, and it's made of light.
We're a fast-growing deep tech company based in Sydney on a mission to democratise energy accessibility. How? By building the world's first wireless energy network powered by light. Think of the internet, but instead of data, we're transmitting power. Our first frontier: laser beams that keep drones flying indefinitely and factory robots charging without ever stopping.
We're backed by world-class investors who believe in what we're building, with over $7 million (AUD) in funding from Blackbird, Possible, Icehouse, Startmate and the Australian Government. 2026 is shaping up to be our biggest year yet as we commercialise our technology and raise our Series A. If you're reading this, your timing is impeccable.
We're a team of builders, engineers and dreamers solving problems no one has solved before. Everything we do is guided by five core values:
At Aquila, we shape roles around exceptional people. If the mission excites you but you don't tick every box below, apply anyway. We'd love to hear from you.
As a Mechanical Engineer at Aquila, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that has the potential to change how we distribute energy around the world.
Our receiver modules are subject to high thermal loads and diverse environmental conditions. You will design and execute novel solutions for heat management and receiver module operations, facilitating the movement of as much power as possible through the smallest area possible under windy, dynamic conditions. Further, the role will include building precise mechanical systems that facilitate safe, long-range, wireless optical energy transmission.
This role fundamentally involves applying your aptitude, curiosity, and energy to solve insanely challenging mechanical problems and doing the most brilliant work of your life.