Hardware Engineer

Whitelion Systems Pvt Ltd; Surat; Presencial; INR 700.000 - 1.100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

WhiteLion is seeking a PCB Layout cum Hardware Engineer to own PCB design from schematic capture through layout, fabrication release, and prototype bring-up. The role requires hands-on PCB layout experience and practical knowledge of electronics, embedded hardware, power supplies, and thermal management.

You will collaborate with firmware and production teams on product development, validation, and troubleshooting, ensuring safety standards and IPC guidelines are met.

Formación

• Proficiency in PCB design tools (Altium/KiCad/OrCAD) and IPC standards.
• Strong PCB layout skills for power electronics and mixed-signal boards.
• Experience with SMPS, mains-powered products, and thermal management.
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC design practices and safety spacing requirements.
• Ability to perform layout reviews, DFM/DFT, and generate fabrication outputs.

Responsabilidades

• Carry out schematic capture and multilayer PCB layout (1–6 layers) for power and mixed-signal boards.
• Create and maintain symbols, footprints, and 3D models per IPC standards.
• Define layer stack-up, routing, grounding, and copper pours for signal and power integrity.
• Design layouts for SMPS and mains-powered products with creepage/clearance and safety compliance.
• Apply DFM, DFA, DFT; run DRC/ERC and conduct layout reviews.

Conocimientos

PCB layout

Power electronics

Signal integrity

EMI/EMC design

Schematic capture

Component selection

DFM/DFT

Hardware debugging

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Electronics

Herramientas

Altium Designer

KiCad

OrCAD/Allegro

EAGLE

Descripción del empleo

Surat City, India | Posted on 11/02/2026

WhiteLion is shaping the future of intelligent living through minimalist touch panels and seamless home automation systems that put comfort and control at your fingertips. Designed and developed in India, our products are engineered for people who value design simplicity, intuitive tech, and connected experiences.

• Responsive Whitelion touch panels
• Scene-based lighting & appliance control
• Compatible with smart assistants. Ideal for residential home automation projects, premium builder tie-ups, and lifestyle upgrades

Full-stack support — planning to post-install

Trusted among top home automation system suppliers

Preferred by architects, interior designers & real estate developers.

We are recognised among the top home automation systems brands in India — backed by service, scalability, and simplicity.

Job Description

Role Overview

We are looking for a PCB Layout cum Hardware Engineer to own PCB design from schematic capture through layout, fabrication release, and prototype bring-up, while supporting circuit design, validation, and new product development. The candidate should have strong hands-on PCB layout experience and sound practical knowledge of electronics, embedded hardware, power supplies, communication circuits, and product-level troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

PCB Layout & Design

• Carry out schematic capture and multilayer PCB layout (single-sided to 4/6-layer) for power, mixed-signal, and microcontroller-based boards.
• Create and maintain schematic symbols, footprints, and 3D models as per IPC standards and component datasheets.
• Define layer stack-up, design rules, component placement, routing, grounding, and copper pours with attention to signal integrity, power integrity, EMI/EMC, and thermal performance.
• Design layouts for SMPS and mains-powered products, ensuring creepage/clearance, isolation, and safety compliance (IEC/UL/BIS as applicable).
• Apply DFM, DFA, and DFT practices; run DRC/ERC checks and conduct layout reviews before release.
• Generate and verify the fabrication and assembly package: Gerbers/ODB++, drill files, pick-and-place, assembly drawings, panel drawings, and BOM.
• Coordinate with PCB fabricators and assembly vendors to resolve engineering queries, tolerances, and manufacturability issues.
• Work with the mechanical team on board outline, enclosure fit, mounting, and connector placement (STEP/DXF exchange).
• Maintain the component library, revision control, and ECN records for all PCB designs.

Hardware Design & Validation

• Study existing products, circuits, PCBs, and components to understand design functionality.
• Support new product development from concept to prototype and pilot production.
• Prepare and review circuit diagrams, BOMs, test reports, and technical documents.
• Perform component selection, alternate sourcing, and replacement analysis.
• Carry out board bring-up, hardware testing, debugging, validation, and failure analysis.
• Support EMI/EMC, surge, ESD, and thermal pre-compliance testing, and implement layout-level corrective actions.
• Coordinate with firmware engineers, vendors, and production teams.
• Support product improvement, cost optimization, and design modification activities.
• Maintain proper documentation of design changes, test results, and observations.

Requirements

• Proficiency in at least one PCB design tool: Altium Designer, KiCad, OrCAD/Allegro, or EAGLE.
• Strong PCB layout skills for power electronics and mixed-signal boards, including high-current routing, switching-loop minimization, grounding, and thermal management.
• Working knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-2221, IPC-7351, IPC-A-600/610) and DFM/DFA/DFT guidelines.
• Understanding of EMI/EMC design practices and safety spacing requirements for mains-operated products.
• Good knowledge of analog and digital electronics.
• Understanding of power supply circuits (SMPS, LDO, buck/boost/flyback), microcontroller-based circuits, sensors, relays, drivers, and communication interfaces (UART, I2C, SPI, RS-485, CAN, Wi-Fi/BLE/Zigbee modules).
• Familiarity with RF/antenna layout guidelines and impedance-controlled routing will be an added advantage.
• Hands-on experience with multimeter, oscilloscope, soldering/rework tools, power supplies, electronic loads, and other test equipment.
• Basic knowledge of embedded systems and the product development process.
• Knowledge of reverse engineering methodology (schematic extraction from existing PCBs) will be preferred.
• Good problem-solving, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.