Hardware Design Engineer with hands-on experience in circuit design, schematic development, PCB layout, and hardware debugging across high-speed digital and mixed-signal domains. Skilled in BOM management, embedded systems prototyping, and board bring-up, with practical knowledge of interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet, SPI, I²C, and CAN. Proficient in industry-standard CAD tools (Cadence OrCAD, Zuken) and experienced in scripting (Python, C++) as well as leveraging Generative AI tools to automate hardware design workflows. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust designs from concept through production.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Hardware Design Engineer
Bosch Global Software Technologies
Bengaluru
06.2023 - Current
Designed and developed schematics and PCBs using Cadence OrCAD and Zuken tools, ensuring compliance with high-speed and mixed-signal design rules.
Proficient in lab testing and measurement equipment, performing circuit validation and debugging during development and bring-up.
Hands-on experience in high-speed digital and mixed-signal circuit design, including interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet, SPI, I²C, and power management circuits.
Executed PCB layout strategies with controlled impedance, differential pair routing, power integrity considerations, and EMI/EMC best practices.
Led board bring-up and hardware debugging, developing systematic test procedures and implementing corrective actions to accelerate validation.
Created and managed Bills of Materials (BOMs) for both prototype and production builds, optimizing part selection for cost, availability, and performance.
Developed automated design utilities using Python, and GenAI-based tools, reducing repetitive engineering tasks and enhancing productivity.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams (firmware, mechanical, supply chain) to ensure seamless end-to-end hardware development from concept to production.
Project Intern
Bosch Global Software Technologies
Bengaluru
01.2023 - 05.2023
Assisted in Bill of Materials (BOM) creation and management, ensuring accurate component selection, cost tracking, and version control.
Gained exposure to hardware design workflows, including part selection, datasheet study, and supply chain coordination.
Designed and tested Arduino-based circuits and prototypes, implementing sensor integration and basic automation tasks.
Education
B.TECH - Lectronics And Communications Engineering
Chandigarh Engineering College
Chandigarh
05-2023
Skills
Circuit Design
Schematic Development
PCB Layout & Design
Bill of Materials (BOM) Management
Hardware Debugging & Board Bring-Up
High-Speed Digital & Mixed-Signal Design
Interfaces: PCIe, Ethernet, SPI, I²C, UART, CAN
EMI/EMC Considerations in PCB Design
CAD Tools: Cadence OrCAD, Zuken
Scripting & Automation: Python
Generative AI Tools for Hardware Design
PROJECT
Designed a System-on-Module (SoM) based compute platform leveraging NXP S32G234M processor, targeting automotive and high-performance applications.
Worked on high-speed interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet, CAN, SPI, I²C), focusing on schematic development, layout support, and signal routing strategies.
Performed board bring-up, testing, and debugging, validating power sequencing, peripheral functionality, and high-speed communication links.
Adapter Cards for AI Accelerator Validation Designed passive adapter cards (e.g., PCIe riser/connector boards) to enable validation and interoperability testing of AI accelerator modules.
Supported signal mapping, interface breakout, and prototype validation, ensuring reliable connectivity for lab evaluation.
Conducted functional bring-up and debugging, collaborating with software and validation teams to accelerate system integration.
Timeline
Hardware Design Engineer
Bosch Global Software Technologies
06.2023 - Current
Project Intern
Bosch Global Software Technologies
01.2023 - 05.2023
B.TECH - Lectronics And Communications Engineering