EyeROV (IROV TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED)

EyeROV is a underwater drone to perform Visual inspection/survey of submerged structures. It is a cost effective underwater intervention to do works up to a depth of 200m. EyeROV is a light rover…

Defensemarinemarine roboticsRemotely Operated VehicleRoboticsROVUnderwater Inspectioneyerov.com

EyeROV (IROV TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED)

EyeROV is a underwater drone to perform Visual inspection/survey of submerged structures. It is a cost effective underwater intervention to do works up to a depth of 200m. EyeROV is a light rover…

Defensemarinemarine roboticsRemotely Operated VehicleRoboticsROVUnderwater Inspectioneyerov.com

HQCochin, IN

Team Size68

Open Jobs7

Total Funding$2M

Latest Fundraise2 years ago

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Lead Engineer – R&D (Systems & Integration)

On-SiteErnakulam, Kerala, IN

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Company Description

EyeROV (IROV Technologies Pvt. Ltd.) is a pioneering company focused on becoming a technology leader in underwater critical infrastructure inspections and surveys. Its flagship product, EyeROV TUNA, is an advanced micro-ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle)/underwater drone designed for efficiency and innovation. Founded by IIT alumni, the company combines expertise in electrical and ocean engineering, along with experience in R&D, robotics, and marine technology. Backed by trusted advisors from ex-DRDO, ex-Navy, and the marine industry, EyeROV operates from its incubation center at Maker Village, supported by the Government of India and the Government of Kerala.

Role Description

EyeROV is seeking a high-caliber, multidisciplinary Lead Engineer

to serve as the technical cornerstone of our R&D team. This versatile technical leader will drive the execution, innovation, and seamless integration of complex underwater robotic platforms.

The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced startup environments and possesses the unique ability to bridge the gap between Mechanical Product Design, Hardware Engineering, Embedded Firmware, and Software Systems

. Beyond technical execution, you will play a pivotal role in scaling the engineering team by identifying resource gaps and leading the recruitment of high-quality talent to meet the needs of emerging projects.

Key Responsibility

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering

(highly preferred) or a related multidisciplinary field (Robotics/Electrical/Mechanical).

Technical Skillset (Multidisciplinary Integration Requirement )

To succeed in this role, the candidate must demonstrate proficiency across:

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Integration Success:

Reliable functionality of hardware-software interfaces in field trials.
Product Robustness:

Reduction in Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) for deployed systems.
Team Building:

Successful identification and onboarding of technical talent aligned with project timelines and resource requirements.

Multidisciplinary Technical Leadership:

Act as the primary technical authority, providing hands-on guidance across the "Full-Stack" of robotics: Mechanical, Electrical, Firmware, and Software.

System-Level Integration:

Own the holistic architectural design. Ensure that mechanical frames, power delivery systems, and communication protocols are synchronized for peak performance in harsh underwater environments.

Project & Resource Orchestration:

Lead and mentor specialized resources from Product Design, Hardware, Embedded, and Software teams to deliver field-ready products on schedule.

Talent Acquisition & Team Scaling:

Identify human resource requirements based on upcoming project roadmaps and technical requirements. Actively participate in the hiring process, from defining role specifications to conducting technical interviews and onboarding new talent.

End-to-End Product Lifecycle:

Drive development from initial concept and rapid prototyping to validation, hyperbaric pressure testing, and final field deployment.

Structured Problem Solving:

Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for complex, cross-domain issues (e.g., hardware-software timing bugs, structural integrity under pressure, or EMI/EMC interference).

Design Review & Quality Excellence:

Oversee engineering design reviews (CAD, PCB, Firmware) to ensure adherence to Engineering Standards (GD&T, DFM, IPC, QAP/ATP).

Technical Synergy:

Work closely with Technical Sales and Operations to convert customer requirements into actionable R&D tasks and maintain detailed BOMs and project budgets.

Experience:

Minimum of 5–7+ years

of relevant industry experience in R&D and product development.

Domain Expertise:

Proven track record of taking complex, hardware-integrated products from concept to volume production, ideally for harsh environments (Marine, Aerospace, or Defense).

Systems Architecture:

Experience with ROS/ROS2

, Linux environments, and distributed system design.

Embedded & Software Concepts:

Strong understanding of embedded and software concepts; experience with real-time operating systems and standard industrial/robotic communication protocols.

Hardware & Power:

Understanding of PCB design (Altium/KiCad), power electronics, and Battery Management Systems (BMS).

Mechanical & Simulation:

Proficiency in SolidWorks

or similar CAD; understanding of FEA/CFD and sealing/waterproofing principles for high-pressure environments.

Tools:

Command over Git workflows, CI/CD for hardware/software, and testing equipment (DSO, Logic Analyzers).

Execution Speed:

Ability to lead the team through rapid prototyping iterations without compromising technical documentation.

Mentorship:

Technical growth and increased autonomy of the specialized engineering resources under leadership.