Junior Engineer

Company DescriptionKrishna Defence & Allied Industries Limited is a leading Indian technology company serving defence, security, dairy, and advanced industrial sectors. With more than two decades of experience and a track record of R&D-driven innovation for the Indian Armed Forces and allied industries, Krishna Defence is recognized for excellence in specialized engineering, indigenous product development, and cutting-edge unmanned systems.Krishna Defence is expanding its robotics team to develop autonomous ground vehicles and underwater drone platforms for key defence and industrial applications. This role focuses on preliminary design development and comprehensive industry research to support next-generation autonomous systems.Core Responsibilities- Conduct comprehensive industry research and competitive analysis of autonomous systems, emerging technologies, and market trends in robotics and unmanned platforms. - Develop preliminary system designs and conceptual architectures for ground and underwater autonomous vehicles, focusing on feasibility studies and early-stage specifications. - Review and evaluate existing technologies, components, and subsystems to identify optimal solutions for integration into new platform designs. - Support requirements definition and technical specification development through detailed research and analysis of industry standards and best practices. - Collaborate with senior engineers to translate research findings into actionable design recommendations and system concepts. - Prepare detailed technical reports, design documentation, and research summaries to support decision-making processes. - Participate in design reviews and contribute to technology roadmap development based on industry analysis.Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering. - 1–2 years' experience in R&D environments, preferably in robotics, autonomous systems, automotive, or aerospace sectors. - Strong analytical and research skills with ability to synthesize complex technical information from multiple sources. - Understanding of control systems, automation principles, and system integration concepts. - Knowledge of navigation sensors (UWB, lasers/LiDARs, IMUs, encoders) and their applications in autonomous platforms. - Familiarity with sensor fusion frameworks and multi-sensor integration approaches. - Proficiency in technical documentation, CAD software, and simulation tools such as Matlab/Simulink, ROS, or Gazebo. - Understanding of SLAM techniques, autonomous navigation concepts, and robotics fundamentals. - Strong communication skills for presenting research findings and design concepts to technical teams. - Excellent documentation practices and attention to detail in technical analysis.Preferred Experience- Experience in technology assessment, market research, or competitive analysis within robotics or autonomous systems. - Background in preliminary design or conceptual engineering roles. - Exposure to industry standards and regulatory frameworks for autonomous systems. - Familiarity with patent research and intellectual property analysis. - Experience working in multidisciplinary R&D teams and collaborative design environments.Application Guidance- Candidates should highlight research projects, technical analysis work, or preliminary design experiences - particularly those involving autonomous systems, control technologies, or comprehensive technology reviews. - Include examples of research reports, design studies, or analytical work that demonstrates your ability to synthesize complex technical information.Interested?- Send your CV to people@krishnaallied.com or share via LinkedIn EasyApply - Join Krishna Defence's Robotics Division and contribute to the preliminary design and research foundations that will shape the next generation of autonomous platforms.