Mechanical Engineer (m/f/d)

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

• 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

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