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Job Title: Hardware Design Engineer - AUVs Location: Kolkata (Onsite required) Employment Type: Full-Time Team: Hardware Engineering | Maritime Autonomy Role Overview At HyperHorizon, we’re redefining undersea defense capabilities with India’s first modular, man-portable autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) designed for tactical deployment against surface and subsurface threats. You will be working onsite at Kolkata , supporting our existing hardware design engineer in building rugged, reliable embedded electronics for cutting-edge Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs). This role demands direct hands-on involvement in design, testing, debugging, and integration of hardware systems tailored for maritime environments. You’ll own critical hardware subsystems — from schematic capture and PCB layout to prototype bring-up and field testing — working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and mission readiness. Key Responsibilities Design and develop embedded electronic systems for AUV platforms deployed in maritime environments Create detailed schematics and multi-layer PCB layouts using industry-standard tools (Altium, KiCad, OrCAD, Eagle, etc.) Evaluate, select, and validate electronic components with an emphasis on reliability and cost-effectiveness in harsh conditions Support hardware bring-up, debugging, and validation onsite using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other lab equipment Collaborate closely with firmware, mechanical, and test teams for integrated hardware-software system validation Ensure compliance with EMI/EMC standards and environmental ruggedization requirements Generate and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including SoPs, BOMs, and validation reports Should have experience with DFM and DFT Work with manufacturing and assembly partners to enable design for manufacturability and ensure smooth production cycles Participate in onsite field tests, hardware iterations, and troubleshooting during vehicle integration and trials Hands-on experience with microcontroller circuit and PCB design like Arduino, STM32 etc. Good to have: experience with RF design Required Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering or equivalent 2–5 years of embedded hardware design experience, preferably with exposure to maritime or robotics applications Expertise in schematic design and PCB layout for multi-layer boards (4+ layers) using Altium Designer, KiCad, Eagle, or OrCAD Strong understanding of analog, digital, and power electronics circuit design principles Experience with microcontroller-based embedded systems and communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, and other serial protocols Proficiency with laboratory instruments including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters for hardware bring-up and debugging Knowledge of EMI/EMC mitigation techniques and design best practices for rugged environments Strong documentation skills and familiarity with version control and BOM management Preferred Qualifications Experience designing electronics for underwater or harsh environmental conditions Familiarity with power management circuits including DC-DC converters and battery interfaces Understanding of thermal management and mechanical integration challenges in compact electronics Experience supporting onsite vehicle integration and system-level testing Why Join Us? Work directly onsite with one of India’s premier shipyards (GRSE) developing mission-critical AUV hardware Deeply collaborative, fast-paced, high-ownership environment where your designs go to sea and operate in real conditions Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₹800,000.00 - ₹1,200,000.00 per year Schedule: Fixed shift Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Kolkata, West Bengal: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person Speak with the employer +91 6302950283 Expected Start Date: 15/07/2025
