Vehicle Integration Technician — Field Installations & Repair

Hive Autonomy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Hive is seeking a Vehicle Integration Technician to build and install hardware for retrofitting industrial vehicles. You’ll work with integration engineers to turn new designs into safe, repeatable installations across customer sites.

The role involves assembling wiring harnesses, installing sensors and controllers, and performing electrical and mechanical work. Travel to customer sites is required, with emphasis on safety and precise workmanship.

Qualifications

• Experience with automotive, industrial equipment, robotics, or heavy machinery.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Willingness to travel regularly to customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Assemble wiring harnesses, cabinets, cables, and connectors.
• Install sensors, compute hardware, controllers, actuators, brackets, and wiring on vehicles.
• Perform crimping, soldering, labeling, and mechanical installation.
• Read BOMs and installation procedures; follow tests and checks.
• Troubleshoot installation problems and assist with root-cause analysis.
• Document build issues and support field repairs.
• Maintain tools, equipment, inventory, and records.

Skills

Wiring harness assembly

Crimping

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Reading mechanical drawings

Field installation

Willingness to travel

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Tools

Multimeters

Power supplies

Hand tools

Workshop equipment

CAN wiring

Job description

Hive is seeking a Vehicle Integration Technician to build and install hardware for retrofitting industrial vehicles. You’ll work with integration engineers to turn new designs into safe, repeatable installations across customer sites.

The role involves assembling wiring harnesses, installing sensors and controllers, and performing electrical and mechanical work. Travel to customer sites is required, with emphasis on safety and precise workmanship.