Senior Hardware Engineer

Job Description About Us: Quintinno Labs is an early-stage cleantech startup building compact, affordable portable power stations. Our proprietary power electronics architecture and patented design make our battery-based, solar-capable systems 510x lighter than traditional diesel generators. Our vision is to miniaturize energy-tech to an extent where every individual is able to carry their personal energy source with them, anytime and anywhere. We already have purchase orders from various companies and ongoing discussions for pilot projects with the Government of Assam, as well as L&T. Website: www.quintinno.com The Opportunity: We are looking for a leader who will head our product development, execute product launch, and deliver client expectations. We are seeking an engineer with a solid foundation in power electronics and battery-tech, along with strong hardware experience. The ideal candidate is someone who can step up to the role of a CTO as the company scales. As a startup, we cannot match pay packages competitive to corporations or mature companies. In the early stages, you will be working without a big team or much external assistance. Apply only if you are driven by challenges, not comfort. The road is tough, but incredibly rewarding. Key Responsibilities: 1. Lead the design and development of Quintinno's indigenous power electronics architecture. We are using a proprietary multiport bidirectional converter topology. 2. Test, debug, and enhance the power electronics of our first product, Quint Mini, a 1500W portable power station. 3. Scale the existing 1500W board to meet higher outputs up to 7000W and beyond. 4. Coordinate with vendors, manufacturing partners, and outsourced talent to ensure the streamlined evolution of the product. 5. Oversee the seamless integration of components including the battery, BMS, power electronics, and embedded systems into the final product. 6. Conduct field trials, gather feedback, and drive continuous product improvement. It must be noted that while the above encapsulates the primary responsibilities of the role, you could be entrusted with other responsibilities from time to time that are fundamental for the company's growth. Immediate Tasks: - Test, debug, and validate the 1500W circuit for immediate product launch of Quint Mini. - Conduct field trials of Quint Mini with our existing clients and upgrade the product as per real-world feedback. - Assist in the hiring of key members of the engineering team and upgrading our company lab infrastructure. Key Qualifications: We care more about your skills, problem-solving ability, and motivation than degrees but the following will help you succeed: 1. Master's or PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field preferred. 2. 23 years hands-on hardware experience in circuit and PCB design, testing, and fabrication. 3. Proficiency with KiCad, MATLAB, or similar simulation/modeling tools. 4. Deep understanding of power electronics, especially multi-stage AC/DC, DC/DC, and DC/AC converters/inverters. 5. Solid experience with lithium-based batteries, BMS integration, and thermal management systems. 6. Familiarity with embedded systems, control algorithms, and firmware development is a strong plus. 7. Working knowledge of industry standards and compliance for power converters. What We Offer: 1. A chance to be part of a rapidly growing innovation-first startup building the future of personal power. 2. Opportunity to rise to the role of our Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and define the company's technology roadmap. 3. Mentorship and collaboration with world-renowned scientists and researchers from institutions like UT Austin. 4. Be a strategic part of our collaborative efforts with major corporations and big industry players in India and abroad. 5. Experience building and leading a team from the ground up, gaining valuable experience in team management and leadership.