Embedded Hardware Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Embedded Hardware Engineer to design and develop PCBs for wearable health monitors, IoT devices, and mesh network nodes ( We prefer Keralites for this position, or someone willing to relocate to Kochi). The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in schematic design, PCB layout, prototyping, and hardware debugging. Experience with medical device design and healthcare compliance standards is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop schematics and PCB layouts for IoT and wearable devices

• Create multi-layer PCB designs optimized for size, power, and signal integrity

• Select components and manage BOM (Bill of Materials) with cost optimization

• Implement DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFT (Design for Testing) best practices

• Coordinate with vendors for component sourcing and PCB fabrication

• Prototype assembly, board bring-up, and hardware debugging

• Design power management circuits for battery-powered wearable devices

• Integrate sensors, wireless modules (BLE, WiFi, Zigbee), and display interfaces

• Collaborate with firmware team for hardware-software integration and testing

• Ensure compliance with medical device standards and healthcare regulations

• Create and maintain hardware documentation including schematics, BOMs, and test procedures

Technical RequirementsPCB Design Tools

• Proficiency in Altium Designer (Preferred)

• Experience with KiCad, Eagle, or OrCAD

• Knowledge of high-speed design, impedance control, and EMI/EMC considerations

Hardware Design Skills

• Schematic design and component selection

• Multi-layer PCB layout (4+ layers) for compact wearable designs

• Power supply design - LDOs, DC-DC converters, battery charging circuits

• Analog and digital circuit design

• RF circuit design basics for wireless modules

Testing & Debugging

• Prototype debugging using oscilloscope, logic analyzer, multimeter

• Board bring-up and functional testing

• Signal integrity analysis and troubleshooting

• Experience with spectrum analyzers for RF testing (Good to have)

Domain Experience

• Wearable device design - compact form factor, low power

• IoT product development

• Medical/healthcare device design (Preferred)

• Knowledge of medical device compliance standards (IEC 60601, FDA guidelines)

Education

• B.E / B.Tech in Electronics, Electrical, or related field (Required)

• M.Tech in Electronics, VLSI, or relevant specialization (Preferred)

Good to Have

• Experience with flexible PCB design for wearables

• Knowledge of enclosure design coordination and thermal management

• Exposure to EMC testing and certification processes

• Experience with sensor integration (health monitoring sensors)

• Understanding of firmware basics for hardware-software debugging

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Excellent team collaboration and communication skills

• Attention to detail and documentation skills

• Ability to work with cross-functional teams (Firmware, Mechanical, QA)

• Proactive approach to vendor management and sourcing

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary as per industry standards

• Opportunity to work on innovative healthcare technology solutions

• Professional growth and learning opportunities

• Exposure to global standards and practices (MNC environment)

• Collaborative and innovative work environment

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹800,000.00 - ₹1,400,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kochi, Kerala: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have with PCB Design?
• Do you have experience with Altium Designer?
• Do you have experience with sensor integration?

Work Location: In person