Embedded Hardware Engineer

Embedded Hardware Engineer to design, develop, and optimize hardware systems for embedded applications. The role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, reliable, and scalable electronic products. The ideal candidate should possess strong circuit design skills, experience with microcontrollers, and hands-on expertise with PCB development and testing. Responsible for:

Key Roles & Responsibilities :

Hardware Design & Development

• Design analog and digital circuits for embedded systems.
• Power supply design including SMPC, DC-DC, Battery management system
• Select components such as MCUs, sensors, power modules, communication interfaces, etc.
• Develop schematics using tools like Altium, OrCAD, PADs, KiCad, Eagle etc
• Perform PCB layout or work closely with layout engineers.

Embedded System Integration

• Integrate microcontrollers, SoCs, wireless modules (BLE/Wi-Fi/Zigbee), and peripheral devices.
• Collaborate with firmware engineers to ensure seamless hardwaresoftware - Mechanical integration.
• Testing, Validation & Debugging
• Create test plans and validate hardware designs.
• Use oscilloscopes, logic analysers, Multimeter, spectrum analysers for debugging.
• Conduct EMI/EMC testing and address compliance issues.

Prototyping & Production Support

• Build proof-of-concept prototypes and iterate based on testing.
• Work with vendors and manufacturing teams for PCB fabrication and assembly (DFM/DFT).
• Perform root cause analysis for field issues and production failures.
• Documentation
• Prepare hardware design documents, BOM (Bill of Materials), test reports, and version control records.
• Maintain clear revision history and support documentation for certification processes.

Technical Skills

• Strong background in electronic circuit design (analog + digital)
• Proficiency with microcontrollers (ARM Cortex, AVR, PIC, ESP32, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with Schematic and PCB design ECAD tools (Altium, Orcad, KiCad, Eagle, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with processors such as TI, NXP, Qualcomm etc
• Solid understanding of communication protocols (I2C, SPI, CAN, UART, JTAG, CSI, LVDS, MIPI, RS-232, RS-485, USB, Ethernet).
• Experience with power electronics, regulators, and battery-powered system design.
• Familiarity with embedded sensors and signal conditioning circuits.
• Familiarity with wireless, RF protocols and peripheral technologies: GPS, GSM, Wi-Fi, BLE, ZigBee, PCIe, HDMI, SD Card, LCD, PCI.etc
• Strong debugging skills with lab instruments (JTAG, oscilloscopes, DMM, logic analyzers, Function Generator, Spectrum analyzer).
• Experience with memory technologies: EEPROM, NOR, NAND, LPDDR4/5, DDR3/4, eMMC.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Preferred (Good-to-Have)
• Understanding of safety and compliance standards (CE, FCC, RoHS).
• Familiarity with firmware development (C/C++).

Essential Qualifications

Education: B.Tech/M.Tech in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or related fields (preferred).

Experience: Minimum 3 years in embedded hardware development.