Top Rated Electronics Engineer specializing in production-ready PCB design and embedded firmware development. I help startups and industrial clients take hardware concepts from rough ideas and sketches to FCC/CE certified, production ready products.
🏆 WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE ME
#Production-Ready PCBs:
Component selection and PCB Layouts optimized for your manufacturing and assembly (DFM/DFA) requirements. Production ready files (Gerbers, CPL, BOM etc.)
#First-Time Right:
Strict adherence to IPC standards to prevent costly PCB redesigns.
#Full-Stack Capability:
Seamless integration between hardware PCB and MCU, SoC or MPU firmware to ensure product functionality.
🛠️ PCB DESIGN EXPERTISE
# Power Electronics PCBs: DC to DC, DC to AC and AC to DC power converters; BLDC motor ESCs; Multi-chemistry BMS etc.
# High-Speed & RF PCBs:
Controlled impedance, length tuning, High density layout (FPGAs, MPUs, PCIE etc. ) ; Inverted-F Antenna (IFA/) ,Meandered Inverted-F Antenna (MIFA) and patch antennas.
# IoT & Embedded systems PCBs:
Microcontroller integration (STM32, ESP32, nRF52, RP2350); Actuators such as servo motors, water pumps, heaters among others; Wired and wireless communication protocols such as WIFI, Bluetooth (BLE & Classic), Ethernet, LTE, LoRaWAN etc.
#Compliance:
Signal/Power integrity optimization for FCC, CE, and EMC testing.
🔧 TROUBLESHOOTING & REVIEWS
#Complete failure analysis and hardware debugging.
#In-depth schematic reviews and layout optimizations via Zoom or mail-in board testing.
⚙️ CAD TOOLS
#Altium Designer
#KiCAD
#EasyEDA
#Fusion360
#Solidworks
!!! Hit me up, lets turn your Idea into a Product !!!
Altium Designer
KiCad
PCB Design
Internet of Things
Schematic Capture
EasyEDA
STM32
Power Electronics
ESP32
Microcontroller
nRF52
LoRa
Bluetooth LE
Electronics
Electronic Circuit Design
FPGA
Multilayer PCB
RF Design
Antenna Design
USB Electronics
Silvester M.
Nairobi, Kenya
$20/hr
5.0
13 jobs
I specialize in designing reliable and manufacturable electronic systems from concept through functional prototypes. My work spans embedded electronics design and FPGA development, supporting clients from early-stage ideas to production-ready products.
As an Embedded Hardware & FPGA Engineer, I design complete electronic systems with an emphasis on integrity, safety, performance, and real-world deployment. In addition to embedded hardware design, I have expanded into FPGA development, adding another dimension to my ability to build high-performance, hardware-accelerated systems focusing on the AMD FPGA ecosystem and the Vivado Design Suite.
What I deliver:
• Complete schematic design.
• PCB layout optimized for signal integrity, power integrity, noise, and reliability.
• Bill of Materials (BOM) with vetted, available components.
• Manufacturing-ready files (Gerber, drill, and pick-and-place).
• Prototype-ready designs, board bring-up support, and early validation.
• Designs optimized for manufacturability, assembly, and scale-up.
• FPGA RTL design and hardware logic implementation.
• FPGA simulation, synthesis, implementation, and timing closure.
• Zynq SoC hardware development.
Tools:
• KiCad
• Altium Designer
• EasyEDA
• AMD Vivado Design Suite
Whether you're developing a power-critical, battery-powered, FPGA-based, or embedded product, I can help you move from concept to a reliable, production-ready design with optimized hardware and programmable logic.
PLC Programming:
Also, I specialize in providing tailored PLC programming solutions that precisely meet your needs and drive your desired outcomes. I can design and implement customized PLC programs that precisely address your challenges and deliver tangible results.
Working with me will result in:
• Increased system efficiency.
• Optimized industrial processes.
• Enhanced safety through the development of reliable and efficient control systems.
• Robust and efficient control systems that seamlessly integrate with your existing infrastructure.
And what is it like to work with me as a PLC Programmer?
What sets me apart is my unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional client satisfaction. Prioritizing clear and effective communication throughout the entire project lifecycle, ensuring that your expectations are met at every stage. I provide regular updates, seek your input, and actively address any concerns or modifications that arise along the way.
About my professionalism!
• Well-versed in industry-standard PLC programming languages following IEC 61131-3 standards.
• Leveraged my expertise in leading PLC platforms like Siemens S7, Wago and Delta.
• Successfully executed numerous PLC programming projects across a variety of sectors, including manufacturing and logistics.
Below are the software that have aided me in completion of my tasks:
• TIA Portal.
• CoDeSYS.
• ISP Soft
• Siemens NX (Mechatronic Concept Design).
Electronics
PCB Design
Embedded System
ESP32
Schematic Capture
STM32
KiCad
Altium Designer
Multilayer PCB
Hardware Prototyping
FPGA
Verilog
Xilinx
PLC Programming
Siemens NX
Industrial Automation
Stanley M.
Nairobi, Kenya
$20/hr
4.9
66 jobs
I design and build things. From physical products, interactive experiences, and 3D assets for games and film. My work moves across industrial design, interaction design, and 3D art, with the problems I help to solve usually living somewhere in the overlap between them.
I know where these disciplines connect and I bring that cross-industry perspective to every project, with consistent attention to how things look, feel, and function.
With over half a decade of experience across:
3D Design & Interactive Media
✅ Blender
✅ Unity 3D
✅ Godot Engine
✅ Three.js
Industrial & Computational Design
✅ Autodesk Fusion 360
✅ Plasticity
✅ Rhino 3D
✅ ZBrush
Design Systems & Development
✅ Git
✅ Python
✅ C# Scripting for Unity
✅ HTML, CSS & JavaScript
✅ Penpot
✅ Affinity Designer
Digital Fabrication
✅ Photogrammetry & 3D Scanning
✅ CNC Manufacturing Tool chains
✅ 3D Printing (FDM & Resin)
Interactive Experience Design
✅ XR (Virtual & Augmented Reality) Development
✅ Game Design
✅ Human-Centred Design
✅ User Research
Creative Technology
✅ Python Scripting
✅ C# Development
✅ Front-End Web Development
✅ Procedural & Data-Driven Design
✅ Rapid Technical Prototyping
✅ Technical Art Pipelines
Manufacturing & Fabrication
✅ Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
✅ Rapid Prototyping
✅ Additive Manufacturing
✅ CNC Machining
✅ Sheet Metal Design
✅ Injection Moulding
✅ Investment Casting
✅ Silicone Mould Making
✅ Jewellery Prototyping
Digital Capture & Spatial Computing
✅ Photogrammetry
✅ 3D Scanning
✅ Digital Twins
✅ Spatial Data Processing
✅ Asset Optimisation for Real-Time Applications
If you feel your project would benefit from attention to detail, creative problem solving and collaborative outcomes that need a wide base of knowledge in any of the areas I work in please reach out. I'd be happy to discuss how I can be of help!
Media & Entertainment
MarvelousDesigner
Autodesk Fusion 360
3D Game Art
Animated Environment
Blender
Maxon Cinema 4D
3D Printing
AR Application
Photorealistic Rendering
Mixed Reality
Pixologic Zbrush
Unreal Engine
Substance Painter
Peter I.
Nairobi, Kenya
$50/hr
4.9
7 jobs
🥇 Top-Tier UI UX Designer & Product Engineer with 7+ Years of Strategic Experience:
I am a design engineering professional specializing in high-fidelity UI UX Design and Product Strategy for the AI era. I don't just deliver mockups; I build production-ready interfaces that scale seamlessly across mobile, tablet, and desktop. From complex SaaS dashboards to AI-focused productivity tools, I ensure every pixel serves a business goal and every interaction is engineered for growth.
☎️ Invite me to the job or simply send a message and I’ll get back to you shortly to discuss how we can turn your vision into a market-ready product in as little as 2 weeks.
Proven Expertise & Quantitative Results:
❇️ Enterprise AI Data Intelligence: Led the end-to-end product design for an enterprise-grade AI workflow automation platform. Defined the strategy, architecture, and user journeys from the ground up, delivering 120+ high-fidelity UI pages. This project has become the primary driver for investor conversion and high-level corporate acquisition talks.
❇️ Complex Data Visualization: Designed a work-hours analysis system for 1,000+ employees across 11 regions, simplifying dense technical data into a clean, actionable UI that optimized management workflows.
✳️ Rapid MVP Cycles: Proven ability to take a concept from strategy to a fully interactive Figma prototype in 14 days, facilitating rapid market testing and investor demos.
✳️ Enterprise-Grade Organization: I build robust Design Systems using Variables, Advanced Auto-Layout, and Multi-step Components that give your developers a 40% head start in production.
Why My UI UX Design Workflow Wins:
💎 Production-Ready Focus: I am not a UX and wireframe-only designer. I eliminate developer guessing by defining all component states (hover, active, disabled) and micro-interactions upfront.
💎 Specialized Hardware UX: Expert in designing for stylus-driven experiences (Apple Pencil, S Pen) with a deep understanding of tablet-first constraints and mobile-first responsiveness.
💎 AI-Centric Product Thinking: I design for the AI-first world, integrating contextual memory, AI-assisted collaboration, and automated workflows into the user journey.
The Comprehensive Deliverable Package (Your Product Blueprint):
1️⃣ Meticulous Figma Source Ecosystem: Highly organized files utilizing Advanced Auto-Layout, Variables (Tokens), and Dynamic Design Principles.
2️⃣ Scalable Design System (V1): Reusable UI components (buttons, inputs, modals) and global styles to prevent technical debt.
3️⃣ High-Fidelity (Active Browser) Prototypes: Interactive, clickable prototypes that simulate real software behavior, perfect for investor pitches.
4️⃣ Technical Information Architecture: Comprehensive User-Flow Diagrams, IA maps, and UI/UX Fragments documenting the logic of every transition.
5️⃣ Production-Ready Frontend Snippets: AI-optimized code fragments and CSS/React/Flutter snippets to give your team a 40-60% head start.
Ready to Build the Future of Your Product? Don't hesitate to invite me to the job. I usually respond promptly and am ready to schedule a discovery call to refine your implementation.
User Experience Design
User Interface Design
User-Centered Design
Mobile App Design
Adaptive Web Design
Responsive Design
High Fidelity Design
UI/UX Prototyping
Icon Design
User Experience Strategy
Agile Project Management
Usability Testing
Information Architecture
Design & Usability Research
Corporate Brand Identity
James W.
Nyeri, Kenya
$8/hr
5.0
1 jobs
I'm a professional mechanical engineer with years of experience in the design and manufacturing industry. I am talented in the use of various engineering software including but not limited to Solidworks, AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, Revit, CATIA, Ansys, and Autodesk inventor.
I carry my work with at most seriousness and ensure timely delivery. I'm available to consult with my clients for any challenges experienced and help them resolve. I am easy to communicate with.
3D Printing
SolidWorks
Product Development
Finite Element Analysis
CAD
Mechanical Design
Industrial Design
Drafting
Stephen G.
Nairobi, Kenya
$10/hr
5.0
7 jobs
I am a dedicated Mechanical Engineer and Lead Designer specialized in transforming complex product ideas into manufacturable realities. With a focus on precision and structural integrity, I bridge the gap between conceptual sketches and production-ready CAD models, ensuring every design is optimized for the workshop floor.
Using advanced tools like SolidWorks and AutoCAD, I develop detailed 3D models and high-performance mechanical systems. My work ranges from intricate folding industrial furniture to specialized hydraulic systems, such as ram pumps. I focus on creating precise assembly drawings and comprehensive Bills of Materials (BOM) that streamline the fabrication process.
My approach centers on Design for Manufacturing (DFM), where I prioritize material selection—such as High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and specialized steel sections—to balance durability with cost-efficiency. I have extensive experience in reverse engineering existing components and preparing files for rapid prototyping through 3D printing and CNC machining.
Beyond technical drafting, I provide strategic engineering solutions for startups and established manufacturers. I focus on structural analysis and adherence to international safety standards, ensuring that every project is not only functional but also reliable in demanding real-world environments. I am committed to clear communication and delivering high-tier technical support tailored to client needs.
Microsoft Excel
Proofreading
Creative Writing
Content Creation
Scriptwriting
Autodesk Inventor
Blog Content
Essay Writing
Copywriting
MATLAB
Technical Writing
ANSYS
Mechanical Engineering
SEO Writing
Article Writing
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