Robotics Engineering Intern

Job Description

Job Description – Robotics Engineering Intern
Internship
3–6 Months
On-site – Chennai

1. Job Overview
Particulars Details
Company Limitless Robotics Private Limited
Position Robotics Engineering Intern
Location Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Department Robotics / Research & Development
Job Type Full-time Internship
Duration 3–6 months
Work Mode On-site / In-person
Experience Freshers, final-year students and recent graduates eligible
Stipend Not specified
Full-time Opportunity Internship may be extended to full-time employment
Reporting / Mentorship Direct mentorship from the Founder

2. About the Company
Limitless Robotics Private Limited is a hardware-focused robotics startup developing robotic solutions for people who need them.

The company offers interns hands-on exposure to robotic hardware design, mechanical assembly, embedded programming, motor control, electronics, testing, and product development.

Product-specific technical details are shared with shortlisted candidates during the practical assessment stage.
3. Job Summary
Limitless Robotics is inviting applications for a Robotics Engineering Intern to work directly with the founder on designing, assembling, programming, testing, and debugging robotic hardware.

The company is looking for candidates with strong engineering fundamentals, practical hands-on project experience, problem-solving abilities, and a genuine interest in robotics and hardware development.

Candidates do not need to know every technology listed in the job description. Technical skills such as embedded programming, motor control, communication protocols, mechanical fabrication, and AI-assisted engineering will be taught during the internship.
4. Key Responsibilities
– Assemble robotic prototypes using electronic and mechanical components.
– Develop embedded software for controlling motors and sensors.
– Use AI-assisted development tools to accelerate programming and validate generated code on physical hardware.
– Conduct hardware bench tests, collect data, create plots, and analyse test results.
– Work on motor control, sensor integration, and robotic system functionality.
– Fabricate and modify mechanical components as required.
– Source electronic and mechanical components from local suppliers and other vendors.
– Diagnose hardware and software faults and identify root causes.
– Perform debugging, system validation, and functional testing.
– Maintain technical documentation, test reports, and engineering records.
– Take ownership of an assigned subsystem within the first month.
5. Required Technical Skills
Engineering Fundamentals
– Basic electrical circuit theory: voltage, current, power, and Ohm’s law.
– Basic mechanical engineering: force, torque, and moments.
– Basic programming knowledge in any language, such as Python, C, C++, Java, or equivalent.
– Ability to read technical datasheets and electrical schematics with guidance.
Embedded Systems and Microcontrollers
– Experience completing at least one hands-on project using a microcontroller platform such as:
– Arduino
– ESP32
– STM32
– Teensy
– Raspberry Pi
Tools and Equipment
– Basic familiarity with:
– Drill
– Hacksaw
– File
– Soldering iron
– Digital multimeter
Hardware and Mechanical Skills
– Basic electronics assembly and wiring.
– Mechanical assembly and prototyping.
– Equipment testing and troubleshooting.
– Understanding of sensors, circuits, and embedded hardware.
6. Technologies Covered During the Internship
The company will provide training and practical exposure to the following technologies:
Technical Area Technologies / Concepts
Embedded Programming Embedded C / C++
Data Analysis Python, Pandas, Matplotlib
Motor Control BLDC motors, PWM, PID loops, FOC fundamentals
Motor Drivers Current, velocity, position, and torque control
Communication Protocols CAN, CAN FD, UART, SPI, I2C
Sensors IMUs, Encoders, Strain Gauges, Current Sensing
Power Electronics Battery and Bus Management
Mechanical Design Aluminium Machining, Bolted Joints, Fits and Tolerances
CAD Tools Fusion 360, SolidWorks, FreeCAD
Simulation Basic Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
Control Systems Gravity Compensation, Impedance and Admittance Control
Robotics State Machines, Safety Supervisors, ROS 2 where applicable
Version Control Git
AI-Assisted Engineering Claude, ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot

7. Soft Skills and Personal Attributes
The company is looking for candidates who demonstrate:
– Perseverance: Patience and determination to solve problems despite repeated failures.
– Ownership: Ability to independently take responsibility for assigned engineering tasks.
– Integrity: Willingness to report mistakes and technical difficulties openly.
– Rapid Learning: Ability to learn from technical explanations, datasheets, and guided AI-assisted sessions.
– Resilience: Ability to handle hardware failures, damaged components, and development delays.
– Communication: Clear and concise technical writing and reporting.
– Safety Awareness: Careful handling of equipment, electronic components, and robotic systems.
8. Educational Qualifications
Candidates pursuing or having completed a degree or diploma in the following disciplines are eligible:
– Mechatronics Engineering
– Robotics Engineering
– Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE)
– Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)
– Mechanical Engineering
– Biomedical Engineering
– Computer Science Engineering (CSE)
Eligible candidates:
– Final-year students.
– Recent graduates.
– Diploma holders.
– Career-switchers with demonstrable hardware project experience.
9. What the Company Offers
– Direct and daily mentorship from the founder.
– Hands-on experience with real robotic product development.
– Ownership of engineering subsystems.
– Exposure to electronics, embedded firmware, motor control, mechanical fabrication, and testing.
– Opportunity to work in a founding-stage hardware startup.
– Portfolio of working engineering systems.
– Professional reference from the founder.
– Potential extension into full-time employment.
10. Internship Duration and Location
Particulars Details
Location Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Work Mode On-site
Duration 3–6 months
Extension Possible full-time employment
Work Environment Robotics workshop / Hardware development
Joining Immediate availability preferred; confirm with recruiter

11. Application Procedure
Interested candidates should email their applications to:
– Email 1: hr@zgrowsolutions.com
– Email 2: contact@zgrowsolutions.com
Candidates should include the following information:
1. A five-line description of the most complex system they have built or repaired, including what failed and how they resolved it.
2. Supporting evidence such as photographs, videos, code repositories, or project documentation.
3. A three-line explanation of why they are interested in this internship rather than a conventional internship.
4. Earliest available joining date.
Resume: Optional.

Cover Letter: Not required.
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a half-day practical assessment at the company’s workshop.

The assessment will involve:
– Wiring a motor.
– Making the motor operate.
– Explaining observations and test results.
– Demonstrating practical engineering and troubleshooting abilities.
Candidates will be informed of the assessment outcome promptly.
12. Candidate Profile at a Glance
Criteria Requirement
Position Robotics Engineering Intern
Company Limitless Robotics Private Limited
Location Chennai
Experience Freshers / Students / Recent Graduates
Duration 3–6 months
Qualification Diploma / Degree in relevant engineering fields
Core Skills Engineering fundamentals, electronics, mechanics, programming
Project Requirement At least one completed microcontroller-based project
Programming Basic knowledge of any programming language
Hardware Arduino / ESP32 / STM32 / Teensy / Raspberry Pi
Tools Drill, hacksaw, soldering iron, multimeter
Work Mode On-site
Stipend Not specified
Career Opportunity Possible full-time employment

13. Recruitment Notes
– Experience level: Suitable for freshers, final-year students, recent graduates, and career-switchers with demonstrable hardware project experience.
– Mandatory project experience: Candidates should have completed at least one physical project using a microcontroller platform.
– Technical training: Advanced technologies such as BLDC motor control, CAN communication, ROS 2, embedded C/C++, and CAD tools are taught during the internship; prior expertise in all these areas is not required.
– Practical assessment: A half-day workshop assessment is part of the selection process.
– Work location: Chennai on-site attendance is essential because the role involves physical hardware development.
– Stipend: Not mentioned in the advertisement; candidates should confirm this before joining.
– Full-time conversion: Possible, but not guaranteed.
– Product details: Confidential product information is shared at the practical assessment stage.