Mechanical Engineer (m/f/d)
TLDR
Hands-on role integrating mechanical design with electronics to bring rugged hardware from concept to field-ready production in unmanned systems.
Rolle
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.
Verantwortlichkeiten
Design & Integration
- 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
- Contribute to moving products from concept to prototype to serial production
- Support material selection and design decisions for ruggedized, field-ready hardware
Prototyping & Testing
- Build and test prototypes using rapid fabrication methods (3D printing, machining)
- Support hardware bring-up, environmental & thermal testing, and regulatory compliance activities (e.g., CE, EMC)
- Create and maintain test setups, fixtures, and validation procedures
Cross-functional Collaboration
- Work closely with electronics, electrical, and manufacturing partners on integration into customer platforms (drones, UGVs, maritime systems)
- Support supply chain and make/buy decisions in the mechanical domain
- Document designs, tests, and production workflows with high clarity
Anforderungen
Must Have
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical, aerospace, electrical, or mechatronics engineering
- 2+ years of experience in mechatronics, hardware prototyping, or industrialization (robotics, automotive, aerospace, consumer electronics, or similar)
- Hands-on experience with prototyping methods: machining, 3D printing, rapid fabrication
- Good CAD proficiency (Fusion360, CATIA, NX, or similar)
- Basic experience with electronics testing tools (oscilloscopes, harnessing, board bring-up)
- Strong documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Fluent English and strong German
Nice to Have
- Experience with environmental, thermal, connector, or ruggedized design
- Experience with robotic systems (UAVs, UGVs, maritime platforms)
- RC/drone pilot or hobby robotics background
- Knowledge of EMC, reliability, or environmental testing standards
- Experience with international suppliers or industrial partners
- Basic software/scripting experience for testing or data logging
Hive Robotics is developing a comprehensive orchestration platform for unmanned systems, enabling the seamless connection and control of multi-vendor drone and robot swarms across various environments. Our innovative RF communication systems, manufactured in Germany, are actively deployed on the frontlines and serve the growing €5 billion European tactical communication market.