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Luka K.

Belgrade, Serbia

$45/hr
4.9
46 jobs

Luka Knežević – Hardware Engineer & PCB Designer I am a highly experienced Hardware Developer and PCB Designer with over 5 years of professional engineering experience and more than 50 successfully completed projects ranging from low-power embedded systems to multi-kilowatt power electronics. My background spans high-performance LED drivers, motor control, energy systems, wearable devices, medical devices, NFC solutions, industrial controllers, and advanced multi-layer PCB design. I have deep experience in designing reliable, production-ready hardware using modern MCUs (ESP32, STM32, PIC, TI, C2000, Spartan 7 (AMD)), high-power topologies, battery systems, and a wide range of communication protocols. My lab is fully equipped for prototyping, testing, and validation, including oscilloscope work, precision measurements, firmware bring-up, and full board bring-up. ________________________________________ Professional Background • 5+ years of hardware engineering experience • 50+ completed projects, including: o Buck, boost, flyback, and PFC buck converters o BMS systems (1–16 cells) o E-bike inverter, motor control boards, motor drivers o E-bike chargers and high-efficiency power supplies o Nanosatellite power supply modules o Wearable devices (ultra low power + haptics + sensors) o Medical devices (Class A/B prototyping) o Industrial control cards (TI, ESP32, STM32, C2000, Spartan 7 (AMD)) o Wireless systems (BLE, Wi-Fi, LoRa, NFC) o Toys and consumer electronics o Rigid and rigid flex PCBs (2–16 layers) o Screen sterilization system controllers I have designed boards ranging from 1 to 16 layers, including rigid flex adapters, ultra compact wearable PCBs, motor control boards, high voltage/current power stages (up to 3 kW), and RF capable layouts. ________________________________________ Technical Expertise Hardware & Power Electronics • Topology selection: buck, boost, flyback, SEPIC, PFC buck, forward, synchronous drivers • Wide range power design up to 3 kW, switching frequencies up to 200 kHz • Battery systems: BMS, balancing, charging, MOSFET drivers • Motor control drivers (BLDC, brushed DC, E bike) PCB Design • Professional PCB layout using: o Altium Designer (primary) o KiCad, OrCAD, PCAD, EasyEDA • High density, mixed signal, high current, HV, and EMC safe design • Rigid flex, flex adapters, microcontroller modules, RF layouts • Full DFM/DFT optimization for production Communication Protocols • CAN, I²C, SPI, UART, RS485 • Bluetooth, Wi Fi, BLE Mesh, ESP NOW, LoRa • Ethernet LWIP, NFC, custom short-range communication Software & Simulation • MATLAB, Simulink, PSpice • LTspice, TINA, Altium simulations • Firmware bring up (ESP-IDF, STM32 HAL, Arduino) Prototyping & Testing • Soldering, rework, fault analysis • Gate driver tuning, feedback loop stabilization • Load testing, thermal evaluation, EMC preparation ________________________________________ Achievements • 1st Place – IFEC 2019 (E-bike drive) • 2nd Place – IFEC 2020 (Nanosatellite power supply) — Team Leader & Hardware Lead • Former CTO of a hardware startup (2 years) • Project Manager for solar power plant automation (1 year) • Over 50 projects and 1300+ billable hours on Upwork ________________________________________ Notable Project Types • Screen sterilization controllers (UV / chemical) • Wearable devices (IMU + LRA haptics + battery optimization) • Medical device prototyping • Power supplies (industrial, consumer, nanosatellite grade) • Custom rigid flex boards & adapters • NFC-triggered activation devices • Motor control & drive boards ________________________________________ Let’s Work Together Best regards, Luka Knežević

  • Hardware Troubleshooting
  • MATLAB
  • PCB Design
  • Multilayer PCB
  • Hardware Testing
  • Hardware Prototyping
  • Test Results & Analysis
  • PSPICE
  • Altium Designer
  • Hardware Design
Jubaid H.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

$17/hr
4.3
95 jobs

Over 4700 hour worked in Upwork TOP rated 14 Years Practical Experienced on - **Research and Development *Micro Controller Hardware & Software *Android App Developer *Embedded Systems Design and Solution *PCB Design/Pcb - Eagle Cad PCB Design ,eagle ,Designspark ,1-6 Layer PCB *Atmel,Arduino,Attiny ,PIC 16F,PIC 18F,ARM (STM 32F),M0-M4 *Electronics Design,Circuit Design,Schematic Design , *Power Electronics *Wireless Technology *IOT *ESP32,ESP8266 **Raspberry PI *Bluetooth ,GSM,WIFI,IR Remote,Transformer Design *Bio Medical Technology (X - Ray Viewer ,Photo Therapy,Pressure ,Heart Rate & SPO2 Measurement ) *RFID ,Buck &Boost ,Touch Display,Low Cost Technology,GPS System *Dot Matrix ,RGB,LED Dimmer , Fingure Print ,Temparature & Humidity *3 Phase Fault & Auto changer ,Motor (DC,Servo,Stepper ,BLDC ) Driver *Solar Battery Storage ,ZigBee Communication ,RF Technology,DC to DC Converter *MOSFET ,Transistor ,Relay Driver ,Frequency Generator (Varaible) *Lipo Battery Charging ,SLA Battery Charging *WS2812 RGB LED DRIVER AND DESIGN *Power Supply Design *oled display,PWM,LCD Display *Prototype Design ,Assembling ,SMD Technology *AI,Machine learning *EV charger , OCPP protocol ,PLCC *Test & Debug

  • Hardware Troubleshooting
  • Electronic Circuit Design
  • Solar Design
  • Atmel AVR
  • Power System
  • Arduino
  • PCB Design
  • Microcontroller Design
  • Embedded System
  • Internet of Things
  • Eagle
  • Biomedical Visualization
  • GPS
  • Product Sourcing
  • WordPress
Nguyen Dinh B.

Hanoi, Vietnam

$25/hr
5.0
48 jobs

Hello! I’m Ben, a hardware and firmware expert with 8+ years of experience in designing hardware, programming embedded systems, and developing high-performance software solutions. My goal is to provide innovative, reliable, and high-performance solutions that meet your needs. With a strong track record on Fiverr (Level 2, 5 stars) and Upwork (Top Rated Plus, 5 stars), I have successfully delivered top-tier service to over 100 clients. What I Offer 1. End-to-End Embedded & Hardware Solutions - Advanced PCB Design & Hardware Development: Expertise in schematic capture, PCB layout, and multi-layer board design for reliable, high-performance, and manufacturable products. Experienced with KiCad, Altium, OrCAD, and Eagle. - High-Speed Design: Strong experience in 1–12 layer PCBs, including DDR3/DDR4/LDDR4, PCIe, USB (2.0/3.0/3.1/3.2), HDMI and 10/100/1000/10Gbase-T1 Ethernet. - Microcontrollers & SoMs: Firmware and hardware development for ARM Cortex-M3/M4 (STM32, ESP32, Nordic nRF52/53/91 series); custom boards for Raspberry Pi CM4/CM5, Orange Pi, iMX8, Jetson Nano/Xavier/Orin, RK3588, RK3568, RV1126, Allwinner, Zynq-7010. - Power & Hardware Integration: Experience in DC-DC, AC-DC, Buck, Boost, and Flyback converters, along with hardware design involving audio, RF modules, PA, LCD, filters, RFID, touch screens, and LVGL-based interfaces. - Prototype, Testing & Validation: Full support for board bring-up, debugging, validation planning, and functional testing to ensure hardware works reliably in real-world applications. - Manufacturing & Prototyping Support: Preparation of BOM, Gerber, and manufacturing-ready files, with hands-on support for prototype production and manufacturing through JLCPCB and PCBWAY. 2. Robust Firmware Development - Languages & Development: Strong embedded firmware development in C/C++, Python with experience using Visual Studio Code, STM32CubeIDE, Arduino IDE, ESP-IDF, and Segger. - Communication Protocols: Proficient in USB, UART, I2C, SPI, I2S, RS232, and RS485, enabling reliable communication across embedded systems and connected devices. - Wireless & Connected Systems: Experience with BLE, BLE Mesh, ZigBee, UWB, LoRa, NB-IoT, 4G LTE, Wifi, WiFi Mesh, and NFC for IoT and wireless product development. - Sensor: light sensor, CO, Smoke Sensor, Dust Sensor, Air Sensor, pH sensor, IMU sensor, Accelero, Gyro sensor,... - UI/UX for Embedded: Figma, TouchGFX, LVGL for STM32, ESP32, Raspberry Pi. - Motors Control: BLDC, Stepper, Servo, DC Motors - Robotics: Expertise in ROS/ROS2 for applications like AGV, AMR, 6-axis robots. Some of my product that I have designed and released to the market: - Home IP Camera: SoC-based design with DDR3 RAM, Ethernet/Wi-Fi streaming, CMOS image sensor, IR LED array, IR-cut control, USB, and MicroSD - Smart Home Products: Home Gateway with Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Zigbee, and TFT LCD; Smart Switch with capacitive touch, Zigbee, power metering, and AC load control - Tablet Mainboard: RK3399-based board with DDR3, eMMC, touch screen, LTE. - Smart Water Meter: BLE/Wi-Fi design with TI MCU. - Wearable Devices: Low-power wearable designs with wireless connectivity, sensors, and battery management - High-Performance ESC for Drones: Real-time motor control design for efficient and stable drone operation - Custom SBC with AI Module: Raspberry Pi-based SBC solutions with integrated AI capabilities And a lot of other products. With our experience and expertise, I’m confident I can provide tailored solutions to help you complete your project and release your product to the market . I look forward to the opportunity to work with you.

  • PCB Design
  • Multilayer PCB
  • KiCad
  • Altium Designer
  • nRF52
  • STM32
  • ESP32
  • Raspberry Pi
  • Linux
  • FPGA
  • Hardware Design
  • Firmware Programming
  • EasyEDA
  • OrCAD
  • nRF52832
  • Arduino
  • LoRa
  • Embedded System
  • App Development
  • Web Development
Zain S.

Liverpool, United Kingdom

$20/hr
4.8
34 jobs

From concept to tested prototype, I design high-performance PCBs and embedded systems for startups, engineers, and product teams who need results that work the first time. With 8 years of experience in embedded systems and hardware design, I specialize in creating production-ready electronics that are efficient, reliable, and built for scale. Whether you're developing a new product or improving an existing design, I bring the technical expertise and problem-solving mindset to get it done right the first time. 💡 What I Offer: 🔹 Embedded System Development: ARM Cortex, STM32, ESP32 🔹 Advanced PCB Design: From 2-layer to complex multilayer boards with BGA, RF, and high-speed signals 🔹 Cost-Effective Engineering: Focused on value without compromising quality 🔹 Rapid Prototyping: Helping you move from idea to working prototype quickly 🔧 Core Technical Skills: ✔️ Analog & Power Circuit Design: LED drivers, SMPS, sensor interfacing ✔️ Motor Control & Drive Systems ✔️ Signal Integrity & EMC/EMI-Conscious Design ✔️ Communication Protocols: RS232, RS485, I2C, SPI, UART, CAN ✔️ Firmware Development: Embedded C/C++ for real-time applications 🛠️ Tools & Platforms I Work With: 👉 Altium Designer – Industry-standard PCB design 👉 LTspice – Analog simulation & validation 👉 Proteus – Embedded system simulation 👉 Signal integrity tools and EMI/EMC testing preparation 🚀 Why Work With Me? ✨ Proven record of delivering on time and exceeding expectations ✨ Strong communicator who makes complex things simple ✨ Practical experience with certification-ready hardware ✨ Affordable, efficient, and results-oriented 🎯 Let’s Build Something That Works Whether you're launching a new product, troubleshooting a design, or scaling to production, I’m ready to help bring your vision to life with solid engineering and dependable execution. 👉 Check out my work: github.com/zainsiddiqui-zz 📩 Let’s connect and build your next success.

  • Embedded C
  • PIC16
  • Altium Designer
  • PCB Design
  • Multilayer PCB
  • NI Multisim
  • Arduino
  • Microcontroller
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Power Electronics
  • PSPICE
  • Electronic Design
Taiga F.

Nishio, Japan

$55/hr
5.0
6 jobs

I’m a senior Japanese Mechanical & Electronics Engineer. I help people turn ideas into real working products, from early concept to prototype and manufacturing-ready files. My work covers both the electronics side and the mechanical side, so I can help when a product needs a PCB, enclosure, structure, wiring, assembly design, or full product development. I like working on practical designs that are easy to build, easy to test, and ready for real use. On the electronics side, I can help with: - PCB design and layout - Schematic design - Circuit review and troubleshooting - Power supply circuits - Sensor and control circuits - Microcontroller-based systems - Wiring diagrams - BOM preparation - Gerber files and manufacturing files On the mechanical side, I can help with: - 3D CAD design - Product enclosure design - Mechanical parts and assemblies - Sheet metal or plastic part design - Prototype design - Design for manufacturing - 2D technical drawings - Assembly drawings - Mechanical improvements for existing products I can also help review an existing design and find problems before manufacturing. Many small issues in PCB layout, enclosure clearance, mounting holes, wiring, heat, or assembly can become expensive later. I try to catch those problems early and keep the design simple and reliable. My usual goal is not just to make something look good on screen. I focus on whether the product can actually be made, assembled, tested, and used properly. I care about clear communication, clean files, and practical engineering decisions. I can support you with: - New product development - Prototype improvement - PCB and enclosure matching - CAD model changes - Manufacturing file preparation - Product redesign - Technical drawings - Engineering consultation I’m comfortable working with clients who have only a rough idea, a sketch, an old design, or a product that needs fixing. You can explain the problem in simple words, and I’ll help turn it into a clear engineering plan. Before starting, I usually like to understand: - What the product should do - How it will be used - Size or space limits - Power requirements - Manufacturing method - Any current problem in the design This helps me give better suggestions and avoid unnecessary work. If you need someone who can think about both electronics and mechanical design together, I’d be happy to help.

  • PCB Design
  • Circuit Design
  • Mechanical Design
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechatronics
  • Electromechanics
  • Electronics
  • Electronic Design
  • Power Electronics
  • Analog Electronics
  • Digital Electronics
  • Hardware Prototyping
  • Prototype
  • Injection Mold Design
  • Design for Manufacturing
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Electronic Circuit Design
  • 2D Design & Drawings
LAP V.

Tam Ky, Vietnam

$25/hr
4.9
99 jobs

I am mechatronics engineer from Việt Nam with 7+ years of experience in designing PCBs. I am familiar with various CAD tools including tools preferred by Manufacturers. I am interested in doing this project with you. I have experience with Circuit Board designing and modification jobs. Handling circuits and PCB is my daily job. I would like to talk about this project in details please message in the inbox to discuss more. Expertise in: 1. KiCAD (main), Cr5000, EasyEDA, EAGLE, Altium, and other CAD tools. 2. PCB layout designing. 3. Design 3D model: Freecad, solidworks, CAD ... 4. Embedded device programming: Arduino, Avr, Esp8266, Esp32, Stm8,raspberry ... 5. Circuit Designing from Scratch. 6. Multilayer,Highspeed PCB design. 7. Python,labview software design

  • Embedded C
  • Multilayer PCB
  • KiCad
  • PCB Design
  • Arduino Firmware
  • Arduino
  • Arduino IDE
  • Electromechanics
  • C++
  • CNC Programming
  • AVR Microcontroller
  • Software Design
  • Software Development
  • Microsoft Visual C++
  • CMake

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