Embedded H/W Engineer- R&D

Job Description:

Skills and Knowledge:

Electronics Hardware Design: Strong knowledge of analog, digital and mixed signal circuit design, schematic capture, and PCB layout tools.

Microcontrollers and Embedded Systems: Experience with microcontroller, DSP & ARM controller programming and interfacing with various sensors and actuators.

Wireless Communication: Familiarity with wireless protocols such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, Ethernet / LAN connectivity.

Sensors and Actuators: Understanding of different types of sensors (temperature, humidity, motion, etc.) and actuators (motors, relays, etc.) commonly used in IoT applications.

Power Management: Knowledge of low/medium power Switch Mode Power Supplies- SMPS- AC/DC and DC/DC converters design and testing procedures, battery management, and energy-efficient hardware design techniques.

Testing and Debugging Tools: Proficiency in using tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, and soldering equipment for hardware testing and debugging.

Industry Standards and Regulations: Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations for hardware, such as safety certifications and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements.

Problem-solving and Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex hardware issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.

Documentation and Communication: Strong documentation skills to create clear and concise technical documents, as well as effective communication skills for collaboration.

Responsibilities

Hardware Design: Designing and developing hardware systems, including circuit boards, sensors, actuators, and communication modules.

Prototyping: Building and testing prototypes to validate the functionality and performance of hardware designs.

Component Selection: Must have thorough understanding on the selection criteria & key specifications of all appropriate electronic components and should be able to independently select based on the design requirements.

PCB Design: Knowledge on printed circuit board (PCB) layouts, considering factors like size, power consumption, signal integrity, and manufacturability.

System Integration: Integrating hardware components with software systems and ensuring seamless communication and data transfer.

Testing and Debugging: Conducting tests and troubleshooting hardware issues to ensure quality, reliability, and compliance with specifications. Also must have handled test equipments like AC/DC Power sources, electronic loads, temperature probes, Oscilloscopes etc.

Documentation: Creating detailed technical documentation, including schematics, design specifications, and test reports.