Embedded Hardware Engineer

Building reliable, high-performance embedded and hardware systems.
Specialized in electronics, firmware, and rapid prototyping.

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Embedded Engineer with a strong foundation in electronics and firmware development. Experienced in 3D printing systems, rapid prototyping, and custom PCB design. Focused on building reliable, end-to-end embedded solutions.

  • Location: Chandigarh, India
  • Email: guptapranav0144@gmail.com
  • Phone: +91 8427311044

Education

University Institute of Engineering and Technology, Panjab University 2021 – 2025

B.E. in Information Technology - CGPA: 7.26/10 | Chandigarh, India
  • Coursework: Computer Networks & Security, Microprocessors, Digital Electronics, Theory of Computation, IoT, C++, Python
  • Faculty Guided Projects: Voice Assistant (ML) [Major], UIET Result Portal (Web), Indian Army Archives Portal (Web)
  • Volunteer: Class Representative, Linux Speaker @ Software Freedom Day ’23, PU, Programming Club, Sports Committee

Bhavan Vidyalaya, Panchkula 2012 – 2021

Primary Schooling • CBSE
  • 92.4% as final score by CBSE
  • Scored AIR-7 in Technothlon – IIT Guwahati and attended the “Techniche” event for 5 days at the campus
  • Awarded with “Junior Scientist” in class 8
  • Participated in almost every science exhibition with working models

Saupin's School, Panchkula 2007 – 2012

Pre-primary Schooling
  • Completed my studies uptill class 3rd here

Work Experience

Thinkmetal Pvt. Ltd., Chennai, India

Embedded Engineer Jan 2025 – Present
  • Developed custom Klipper firmware and tested 3D printer motherboard integration for metal printers using C++/Python
  • Design and optimisation of mechanical systems and printer electronics improving mechanical assembly efficiency by 15%
  • Designed PCBs and implemented communication protocols to interface multiple peripheral devices with motherboard
  • Improved print quality and overall system performance through hands-on R&D on profiles and rapid prototyping by 30%
  • Enhanced skills used in electronic & mechanical assembly of Voron Trident and proprietary FFF Metal Printer (Sistem T1)
  • Ensured electrical/mechanical safety with grounding, ESD-safe PPE, LOTO tags, E-stop, and standard industrial protocols
  • Maintained structured documentation with tool checklists, safety logs, and daily tracking of research, tests, and updates

Jugaad Robotics Club, UIET, Chandigarh, India

President Dec 2021 – Oct 2024
  • Worked on robotics and embedded systems prototypes while leading technical events, internal builds, and club operations
  • Actively participated in hands-on projects and mentored students in microcontrollers, sensors, and prototyping
  • Led Industry 4.0-focused projects like E-Conveyer and Effluent Monitor, under faculty guidance and peer collaboration

ThinkMetal Pvt. Ltd., Chennai, India

Software Developer Summer Intern Jun 2024 – Aug 2024
  • Built React.js UI with DevTools & CLI-based tools and SEO improvements, increasing website visibility and traffic by 40%
  • Worked across system repos using Tauri, Node.js, WRTC, WebSocket, Python APIs, and on embedded Linux SBC systems.
  • Enabled cloud access for remote 3D printer control, improving user-machine accessibility by approximately 60%
  • Implemented encrypted cloud communication for secure data exchange between user interface and 3D printer firmware

MDaRT-DIC, Panjab University, Chandigarh, India

R&D Intern and Mentor Mar 2022 – Jul 2023
  • Led design of prosthetic arm by hybrid signal acquisition, 3D Scans, additive manufacturing enhancing user function
  • Co-developed medical 3D printer for 500°C PEEK printing. Handled mechatronics and studied laminar flow in printing
  • Mentored students from various colleges during summer training in embedded systems, prototyping, and 3d printing

IGC Indian Gaming Community

Co-Founder Jul 2020 - Oct 2022

I alomg with my friend created a discord gaming community for competitive gamers all over India. We organised gaming tournamnets with cash prizes open for all.

Organisaton Manager Jul 2020 - Dec 2021

I handled all the staff and its working in the organisation.

HR Manager Jul 2020 - Dec 2021

I helped in recruiting new staff members to the IGC team.

Milda

Development Intern Jan 2022 - Feb 2022

“Milda” is a dating application. I worked as a backend intern with the team for developing a web portal for the application.

Skills

Firmware / Tools

KlipperMarlinSTM32CubeIDEROSFree RTOSEmbedded CArduino IDEPlatformIOKiCadLinux

Boards / Protocols

STM32HXXXESP323D Printer BoardsRaspberryPiLatte PandaSPII2CEthernetUARTCAN

Hardware / Tools

Control SystemsPCB DesigningSensor integrationsSolderingCrimpingMechanical Assembly

Programming / Tools

C++PythonHTMLReactJSMERNJinja2ShellVS CodeVimGitDockerPostmanAWSFigma

3D Printing

Assembly & Debugging (Ender, Voron, Bambu X1C)Slicing (CrealityPrint, Orca, Prusa, Cura)Fusion 360

Soft Skills

Continuous LearningStrategic ThinkingTime OptimizationCollaborationLeadershipDocumentation

Projects

Nano Navigator 2024

STM32F1XXX, Buck/Boost Converters, DC motors, L293D IC, IR and Ultrasonic Sensors, Soldering

Powered by advanced sensors, precise motors, and smart algorithms, the micro mouse navigates mazes efficiently.

Faraday Station 2024

Copper inductive coils, EMI, Rectifier, Voltage Regulators, Current Regulators

Prototype for wireless charging of moving electric vehicles using a chain of induction plates embedded in roads.

Effluent Monitor 2023

ESP32, IR Distance Sensor, Floats for industrial chemicals, Wi-Fi / BLE based mobile app

IoT solution for real-time effluent level monitoring in chemical tankers to ensure secure and tamper-proof transportation

E-Conveyer 2023

ESP32, NEMA17 Stepper Motors, IR sensors, Wi-Fi / BLE based mobile app

IoT-based system for real-time monitoring of assembly line products via a mobile app with real-time alerts.

Medical Grade 3D Printer 2023

BTT SKR, Extruder for PEEK printing, FDM assembly, Laminar Flow, Pronterface, Marlin

FDM 3D printer for 500°C PEEK printing with high-temp hotend, mechatronic systems, and laminar airflow for precision

Bionic Prosthetic Arm 2022

Myoware sensors, EEG cap, servo motors, arduino, esp32

Transradial prosthetic arm using EEG/EMG bio-signals, 3D anatomical scanning, FFF/SLA 3D printing to improve user control

Achievements

Contact

Contact Details

  • Name: Pranav Gupta
  • Phone: +91 8427311044
  • Email: guptapranav0144@gmail.com
  • Linktree: linktr.ee/yolopranav

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