Hive Robotics is building Europe's first full-stack orchestration platform for unmanned systems, connecting, controlling, and commanding multi-vendor drone and robot swarms. Our RF communication systems are Made in Germany, deployed on active frontlines, and targeting a €5B European tactical communication market with zero sovereign alternatives today.
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to support the mechanical design and integration of our electronic hardware portfolio, from rapid prototypes to field-ready serial production. You will work closely with our electronics and manufacturing teams to bring robust, ruggedized hardware from concept to the field.
If you enjoy hands-on mechanical work combined with electronics, fast iteration cycles, and making hardware survive real-world conditions, this role is for you.
Design & Integration
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Support the mechanical design and integration of electronic components across our hardware portfolio, including communication modules, autopilot hardware, GNSS systems, antenna designs, ground-station devices, and more
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Contribute to moving products from concept to prototype to serial production
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Support material selection and design decisions for ruggedized, field-ready hardware
Prototyping & Testing
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Build and test prototypes using rapid fabrication methods (3D printing, machining)
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Support hardware bring-up, environmental & thermal testing, and regulatory compliance activities (e.g., CE, EMC)
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Create and maintain test setups, fixtures, and validation procedures
Cross-functional Collaboration
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Work closely with electronics, electrical, and manufacturing partners on integration into customer platforms (drones, UGVs, maritime systems)
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Support supply chain and make/buy decisions in the mechanical domain
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Document designs, tests, and production workflows with high clarity
Must Have
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Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical, aerospace, electrical, or mechatronics engineering
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2+ years of experience in mechatronics, hardware prototyping, or industrialization (robotics, automotive, aerospace, consumer electronics, or similar)
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Hands-on experience with prototyping methods: machining, 3D printing, rapid fabrication
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Good CAD proficiency (Fusion360, CATIA, NX, or similar)
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Basic experience with electronics testing tools (oscilloscopes, harnessing, board bring-up)
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Strong documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
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Fluent English and strong German
Nice to Have
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Experience with environmental, thermal, connector, or ruggedized design
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Experience with robotic systems (UAVs, UGVs, maritime platforms)
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RC/drone pilot or hobby robotics background
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Knowledge of EMC, reliability, or environmental testing standards
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Experience with international suppliers or industrial partners
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Basic software/scripting experience for testing or data logging
Why Hive
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Real ownership from day one in a fast-scaling deep-tech company with products already in serial production and in the field.
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Work on sovereign European technology that matters, at the intersection of robotics, RF, and autonomy.
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Small, high-caliber team with short decision paths and direct access to founders and architects.
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Modern office in Munich with the tooling and equipment you need to do your best work.
