Mechatronics Engineer

Company Description Freakuency is a creative technology studio that operates at the intersection of ideas, code, hardware, and real-world experiences. The team specializes in building interactive installations, immersive environments, real-time 3D, and web experiences, often creating work that defies traditional categories. Each project focuses on what people should feel and the most direct way to achieve that experience. Freakuency works both directly with brands and as a technical partner to agencies, ensuring the same people who pitch the work also build and ship it. The studio is intentionally small, taking on select projects for clients who value reliability, innovation, and craftsmanship.Role Description This is a part-time, on-site Mechatronics Engineer role based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Mechatronics Engineer will design, prototype, and maintain mechatronic systems for interactive installations and experiential projects, integrating mechanical components, electronics, and control systems. Day-to-day tasks include assembling and wiring hardware, configuring sensors and actuators, troubleshooting system failures, and performing preventive maintenance to ensure reliable operation over extended periods. The role involves collaborating closely with designers, developers, and producers to translate creative concepts into robust, safe, and serviceable physical experiences. The engineer will document builds, create clear maintenance procedures, and support on-site setup, testing, and optimization during project installations.Qualifications Candidates should possess strong Mechatronics skills, including system integration of mechanical, electrical, and control components.Candidates should possess Electrical Engineering and Electronics skills for circuit design, wiring, power management, and hardware troubleshooting.Candidates should possess Electromechanics and Maintenance & Repair skills to assemble, test, maintain, and service interactive hardware systems.Relevant experience working with sensors, actuators, microcontrollers (e.g., Arduino, STM32, ESP32) and industrial controllers (e.g., PLCs) is beneficial.Ability to read technical schematics, use standard workshop tools, and apply safety standards in electrical and mechanical work is required.Experience in prototyping for installations, robotics, or automation, ideally within creative or experiential environments, is an advantage.Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work on-site in a hands-on, collaborative setting are essential.A relevant diploma or degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is preferred.