Research & Development Engineer

Company DescriptionAster Technologies & Controls LLP is a leading manufacturer of instrumentation, automation, and control solutions for water and wastewater treatment applications. With over three decades of industry expertise, Aster provides high-quality flow meters, controllers, sensors, custom control panels, and IoT-enabled monitoring systems for municipal, industrial, and OEM clients. The company is known for its engineering excellence, customer-centric approach, and robust product quality.We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative R&D Engineer with strong expertise in electronics, electrical logic, industrial instrumentation, and a deep passion for research, product development, and innovation.This role is responsible for improving existing instrumentation products, designing new solutions based on market needs, and driving continuous technological advancements within the organization.Roles and Responsibilities:1. Product Innovation & Development- Translate market requirements, customer feedback, and application needs into functional product designs. - Develop prototypes, test concepts, and evaluate new technologies for integration.2. Improvement of Existing Products- Analyze existing products to enhance performance, reliability, accuracy, and cost-efficiency. - Troubleshoot product issues and implement engineering improvements. - Upgrade electronics, firmware, or calibration methods as needed.3. Research & Technical Exploration- Conduct in-depth research on new components, technologies, and methodologies relevant to - instrumentation engineering. - Stay updated with emerging technologies such as IoT-enabled instrumentation. - Benchmark competitors’ products and identify opportunities for differentiation.4. Engineering Design & Development- Work with analog and digital electronics, PCB design, embedded systems, and electrical logic circuits. - Develop and validate test procedures, test reports, and product documentation. - Coordinate with production to transition new designs into manufacturable products.5. Project Ownership & Collaboration- Own and lead R&D projects from concept to implementation. - Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, and sales teams. - Present design concepts, test results, and project updates to management.6. Market Awareness & Requirement Mapping- Continuously analyze industry trends, customer applications, and technological advancements. - Identify opportunities for new products and improvements in line with market expectations.7. Compliance & Quality- Ensure designs adhere to relevant standards - Support certifications and compliance testing for new products.Skills RequiredTechnical Skills- Engineering Tools & Testing - Ability to use calibrators, and test benches. - Experience conducting product validation, endurance testing, environmental testing, and calibration. - Technical Documentation - Ability to create BOMs, schematics, design documents, test procedures, and engineering reports.Non-Technical Skills- Innovation & Creativity - Demonstrated passion for ideation, experimentation, and problem-solving. - Ability to think beyond the obvious and create value-driven solutions. - Self-Motivation & Ownership - A “go-getter” mindset with the ability to work independently and lead R&D initiatives. - High sense of responsibility, curiosity, and drive for continuous improvement. - Market & Business Awareness - Understanding of customer needs and ability to convert them into product requirements. - Market-oriented thinking aligned with industry trends and competitive landscape. - Collaboration & Communication - Ability to work with cross-functional teams (production, QC, sales, service). - Strong presentation skills, clarity in documentation, and regular reporting.Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation Engineering / Electronics / Electrical Engineering (Mechatronics is preferred). - 4+ years of experience in R&D, product development, or electronics designPreferred: Candidate based in Pune (or within Maharashtra open to relocating to Pune)How to Apply:Interested candidates - please send your resumes to hr@astertechnologies.in with subject line "Application - R&D Engineer"