ESP32 embedded Hardware Engineer & CAD Designer

Posted 2 weeks ago

Worldwide

Summary

We have an internal IoT developer handling our firmware, and we have a finalized component wiring diagram for an ESP32-P4-WIFI6-POE-ETH edge controller. We are not designing a custom PCB. Instead, we are using off-the-shelf development hardware and need a Mechanical / Product Design Engineer to design a rugged, 3D-printable (FDM) enclosure that exposes our connections to the outside via plug-and-play terminals. The case must house the ESP32-P4 board and cleanly break out connections for an RFID Reader (UART), two external serial devices (UARTs), an RTC (I2C), and a 12V electric door strike relay. Scope of Work: Component Architecture Review: Analyze our pin connection diagram to understand the space required for the ESP32-P4 board (including its tall PoE RJ45 transformer and capacitor) and the wiring bundles inside the box. Connector Integration: Design a mechanical "slot-drop" or flange-mount retention system within the case walls to rigidly clamp 5.08mm pitch pluggable terminal blocks (PCB-mount male headers). No custom PCB will be used; our assembly team will hand-solder flexible internal wire tails directly to the back of these headers. 3D Enclosure CAD Design (STL/STEP): Create the 3D model (Base + Lid) optimizing for FDM printing (minimal supports, proper wall tolerances around 0.2mm for friction-fit components). The case must feature: Dedicated ventilation cutouts for the 400MHz ESP32-P4 thermal load. Access cutouts for the native USB-C programming port, MicroSD slot, and the PoE Ethernet jack. Secure screw-down mechanism to lock the lid and clamp the terminal headers simultaneously. Required Expertise: Proven experience in Electronics Enclosure Design for 3D printing (FDM/PLA/PETG). High proficiency in SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or equivalent professional CAD software. Ability to understand electrical layouts, wire bending radiuses, and physical component clearance.

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
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  • < 1 month
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  • $25.00

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    $65.00

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  • Remote Job
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Mandatory skills
Internet of Things Solutions Design
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  • Last viewed by client:2 weeks ago
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About the client
Member since May 21, 2020
  • United Kingdom
    Staines Upon Thames10:29 AM
  • $61K total spent
    80 hires, 25 active
  • 3,067 hours
  • Tech & IT
    Small company (2-9 people)

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