Hardware Engineer Intern (Embedded Systems & Robotics)

**About the Role :** We are building low-cost, practical robotics and IoT hardware products for real-world use. As our Hardware Engineer , you will take full ownership of designing, prototyping, and scaling embedded hardware solutions from idea to production. You will work hands-on with microcontrollers like ESP32 and Arduino to create reliable, affordable products that include sensors, wireless connectivity, actuators, and power-efficient designs. This is a high-impact role where your college projects will directly translate into real products. You will help us keep hardware costs minimal while delivering functional, production-ready robotics and IoT devices. **Key Responsibilities :** - Design, prototype, and iterate on embedded hardware products using ESP32, Arduino, and similar microcontrollers. - Develop and optimize firmware for features such as sensor integration, wireless communication (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth), data logging, actuator control, and configurable operation. - Create and refine custom PCB designs with focus on low BOM cost and easy manufacturing. - Integrate various components (sensors, cameras, motors, power modules, etc.) into complete robotics/IoT systems. - Implement power optimization techniques (deep sleep, battery/solar compatibility) for efficient, long-running devices. - Test, debug, and improve hardware reliability, including Wi-Fi stability, environmental testing, and enclosure design. - Collaborate with backend/software teams to ensure smooth data transmission and cloud/IoT integration. - Prepare BOMs, documentation, and support small-batch production and scaling to higher volumes. **Must-Have Requirements :** - Proven College Project Experience (Mandatory): You must have already built and demonstrated working hardware projects during college using ESP32 or Arduino for example, robotics prototypes, IoT devices with sensors/actuators, wireless data transmission, or any similar embedded system. - Strong hands-on expertise in: - ESP32 and Arduino platforms (programming, peripherals, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) - Firmware development (Arduino IDE or ESP-IDF) - Basic electronics, soldering, prototyping, and troubleshooting - Basic knowledge of PCB design tools (KiCad / EasyEDA) and component sourcing. - Passion for building cheap, reliable, and practical hardware products from scratch. **Good-to-Have Skills :** - Experience with custom PCB fabrication services (JLCPCB/PCBWay) and cost optimization. - Familiarity with sensors, motors, cameras, or other robotics components. - Basic Python scripting for testing or automation. - Knowledge of 3D printing or enclosure design for prototypes. **What We Offer :** - End-to-end ownership of hardware products right from Day 1\. - Real exposure to production scaling (prototype → 100–1000\+ units). - Competitive fresher salary \+ performance bonus. - Fast learning curve in embedded hardware, robotics, and IoT product development. - Flexible work environment with room to experiment and innovate. If you have already built and showcased ESP32 or Arduino-based hardware projects in college, this role is perfect for you. Pay: ₹10,000\.00 - ₹20,000\.00 per month Application Question(s): * 1\. Have you ever sent a PCB for fabrication or worked on BOM/component sourcing? * 2\.Are you available to work onsite in Hyderabad, Telangana? * 4\.Are you from 2024 / 2025 / 2026 batch? * 5\.In an ESP32 project, how did you use Wi-Fi or Bluetooth? What was the purpose? * 6\.Which sensors or components have you worked with? * 7\. Please share your GitHub / project portfolio / project demo link * 8\. Have you built and demonstrated at least one working college project using ESP32 or Arduino? * 9\. Briefly describe your most relevant hardware/embedded project (ESP32/Arduino). Mention what you built, sensors/components used, and your contribution. * 10\. Which microcontrollers have you worked with? - ESP32 - Arduino Uno / Nano / Mega - Raspberry Pi - STM32 - NodeMCU - Others * 11\. Have you written firmware for any of the following? - Sensor integration - Wi-Fi connectivity - Bluetooth / BLE - Motor / actuator control - Camera integration - Data logging - Battery / power optimization - None * 14 Are you comfortable doing hands-on prototyping, soldering, wiring, and debugging hardware independently? * 15\. Have you used any PCB design tools?If yes, please name them. * 3\.We are looking for immediate joiner? Work Location: In person