Junior Engineer - Robotics (Applications Specialist)

Company Description

Krishna 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.