Lead Technical Specialist - Hardware

Varroc; Pune District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Varroc is seeking an experienced Hardware Lead/Technical Specialist for Embedded & Electronics to join the Advance Engineering team in Pune. You will define end-to-end hardware architecture, lead MCU-based designs, and drive platform reuse across multi-domain projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on hardware development, PoCs and technology exploration, plus mentoring teams and collaborating with global stakeholders in automotive, industrial, and energy sectors.

Qualifications

• BE / BTech / ME / MTech in Electronics, E&TC, Electrical, or related field.
• 10–15 years of experience in embedded hardware and electronics product development.
• Functional safety exposure is a plus (ISO 26262 / IEC 61508).
• Patents, certifications, or global project exposure desirable.

Responsibilities

• Define end-to-end hardware architecture for embedded systems.
• Lead MCU-based designs (8/16/32-bit MCUs, SoCs, DSPs).
• Review schematics, BOMs, and PCB layouts; support board bring-up and debugging.
• Lead DVPR/DVP&R, validation, EMI/EMC and compliance activities.

Skills

Microcontrollers & Embedded Systems

Hardware Design

Communication Protocols

Design & Simulation Tools

Education

BE / BTech / ME / MTech in Electronics / E&TC / Electrical

Tools

Altium

Cadence Allegro

OrCAD

Zuken

Mentor

LTspice

PSpice

Job description

Job Title

Hardware Lead/Technical Specialist Embedded & Electronics (Advanced Engineering)

Location

Pune, Maharashtra

Experience

10 to 15 Years

Department

Advance Engineering / R&D

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Hardware Technical Expert to join our Advance Engineering team. The role requires strong hands‑on expertise in microcontrollers, embedded hardware design, communication interfaces, power electronics, and system‑level architecture.

This position is ideal for professionals who enjoy working on next‑generation platforms, proof‑of‑concepts, technology exploration, and complex product architectures, while also mentoring teams and collaborating with cross‑functional and global stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Advance Engineering & Innovation

• Work on proof‑of‑concepts (PoCs), feasibility studies, and new technology evaluation.
• Evaluate new semiconductor technologies, architectures, and components.
• Support VAVE, cost optimization, and future product roadmaps.
• Contribute to technology strategy and IP creation (patents, design know-how

Hardware Architecture & Design

• Define end‑to‑end hardware architecture for embedded electronic systems.
• Lead microcontroller‑based designs (8/16/32‑bit MCUs, SoCs, DSPs).
• Drive platform and modular hardware architectures for reuse and scalability.
• Perform component selection, power tree definition, and protection design.

Embedded Hardware Development

• Review schematics, BOMs, and PCB layouts.
• Hands‑on experience with Analog, Digital, mixed‑signal, and power electronics.
• Design and debug SMPS and power converters (Buck, Boost, Flyback, LLC, PFC, DC‑DC, HVLV).
• Support board bring‑up, debugging, and failure analysis.

Validation, EMI/EMC & Compliance

• Lead DVPR/DVP&R, Technology/product validation, and reliability activities.
• Experience in EMI/EMC debugging and compliance (CISPR, ISO, IEC, UL).
• Understanding on DFMEA, FMEDA, WCA, derating, MTBF calculations.
• Support pre‑compliance and certification testing.

Technical Leadership & Collaboration

• Act as technical mentor and design reviewer for engineering team.
• Collaborate with product, hardware, software, system, validation, manufacturing and sourcing teams.

Required Skills

Technical Skills

• Microcontrollers & Embedded Systems
  • 8/16/32‑bit MCUs (NXP, ST, TI, Infineon, Renesas, Microchip, etc.)
• Hardware Design
  • Analog, digital, mixed‑signal design
  • Power electronics & power management
• Communication Protocols
  • CAN, LIN, SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet, USB, RS‑485
• Design & Simulation Tools
  • Altium, Cadence Allegro, OrCAD, Zuken, Mentor
  • LTspice, PSpice

Advanced Engineering Expectations

• Ability to work with ambiguous or evolving requirements.
• Strong system‑level and architectural thinking.
• Experience in new technology introduction (NTI).
• Exposure to multi‑domain products (Automotive / Industrial / Energy / EV).
• Global engineering mindset and standards exposure.

Qualifications

• BE / BTech / ME / MTech in Electronics, E&TC, Electrical, or related field.
• 10–15 years of experience in embedded hardware and electronics product development.
• Functional safety exposure (ISO 26262 / IEC 61508) is a plus.
• Patents, certifications, or global project exposure are desirable.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent technical communication and documentation.
• Mentorship and technical leadership mindset.
• Ability to work across teams and influence decisions.

Keywords

Embedded Hardware | Microcontroller | CAN | EMI EMC | Power Electronics | Hardware Architect | Advance Engineering | PCB Design | Automotive Electronics | Industrial Electronics | EV Electronics