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PROJECT TITLE: WEAR IT V1 – Compact Wearable PCB & Schematic Design PROJECT OVERVIEW: We are developing WEAR IT, a compact screen-free wearable health and fitness band. The functional proof-of-concept (POC) is already working. We now need an experienced PCB and electronics engineer to convert the existing engineering architecture into a professional, manufacturing-ready custom PCB. This is NOT a concept-stage project. The electronics architecture and major components have already been selected. The engineer's responsibility is to create the professional schematic, PCB layout, routing, libraries, verification and complete manufacturing documentation. MECHANICAL TARGET: Maximum PCB size: 33.5 mm × 23.0 mm Maximum complete wearable device envelope: 34.7 mm × 24.0 mm × 10.6 mm The PCB must be designed specifically for a compact wrist wearable and must leave space for: - Li-Po battery - Optical window - Skin-contact area - Haptic motor - Magnetic/pogo charging - Wearable enclosure - Strap/mechanical mounting CORE COMPONENTS: - ESP32-C3-WROOM-02-N4 – MCU + BLE - Bosch BMA400 – accelerometer/motion - Bosch BME280 – ambient temperature/humidity/pressure - MAX30102 – EVT optical reference - MAX86141 – optical sensor evaluation / production candidate - MAX30205 – skin/body temperature - MAX17048 – battery fuel gauge - BQ25185DLHR – battery charger/power path - W25Q64JV – external SPI flash - DRV2605L – haptic driver - LRA vibration motor - Li-Po battery - Battery NTC - Magnetic/pogo charging contacts - Status LED - Factory programming/debug/test points MAIN REQUIREMENTS: 1. CREATE COMPLETE NATIVE KICAD SCHEMATIC Use KiCad 10.x. Create a complete professional schematic with appropriate functional sections: - Power input + protection - Battery + charging - 3.3 V power rail - Optional 1.8 V rail where required - ESP32-C3 + reset/boot/programming - I2C sensor bus - SPI flash - Optical/PPG subsystem - Skin temperature - Haptic driver + motor - Status LED - Factory test/programming - RF/antenna section 2. EXACT COMPONENT VERIFICATION Use the exact manufacturer part numbers supplied by us. Do not substitute components without written approval. Verify: - exact MPN - package - pinout - symbol - footprint - manufacturer recommended land pattern - reference circuit 3. ESP32-C3 REQUIREMENTS Use ESP32-C3-WROOM-02-N4. Verify: - power - EN/reset - boot/strapping pins - GPIO assignment - I2C - SPI - interrupts - programming/debug - antenna layout - RF keep-out Do not use GPIOs in a way that interferes with boot or RF operation. 4. I2C BUS Integrate: - BMA400 - BME280 - MAX30205 - MAX17048 - other approved I2C devices Use a controlled pull-up network. Verify all I2C addresses and ensure there are no address conflicts. 5. OPTICAL / PPG DESIGN This is a critical part of the project. Provide an engineering-ready optical section for: - MAX30102 - MAX86141 evaluation For MAX86141, design the appropriate: - red LED - IR LED - photodiode - LED current path - optical signal path - supply rails - decoupling - interrupt - optical window / mechanical keep-out The optical section must be isolated from: - charger switching - regulator noise - haptic motor - high-current paths The final MAX30102 vs MAX86141 production decision will be made after on-wrist validation. 6. POWER DESIGN Use: - BQ25185DLHR - MAX17048 - approved 3.3 V regulator - approved 1.8 V regulator where required - battery NTC Design: - charging input - battery path - SYS rail - 3.3 V rail - optional 1.8 V rail - battery monitoring - protection - decoupling - current paths - test points Follow the exact manufacturer reference circuits. 7. PCB DESIGN Design a compact 4-layer PCB. Target: 33.5 mm × 23.0 mm maximum The PCB must be optimized for: - low power - BLE/RF performance - PPG signal quality - thermal performance - manufacturability - compact wearable mechanical integration 8. PCB PLACEMENT Use separate functional zones: - RF / ESP32 - Optical / skin sensors - Motion - Ambient sensor - Digital/MCU - Power/charging - Flash - Haptic - Factory test Critical placement rules: - Optical section close to skin - Optical section isolated from power switching and haptic - BMA400 mechanically stable - BME280 exposed to ambient air and away from heat - MAX30205 close to skin-contact area and thermally isolated - Power loops compact - Flash close to MCU - ESP32 antenna at board edge - Correct RF keep-out 9. PCB ROUTING Route carefully: - power - RF - optical - I2C - SPI - GPIO Provide: - continuous ground reference - appropriate power widths - short sensitive traces - controlled RF path - clean return paths - proper decoupling placement 10. MANUFACTURING / DFM Design for professional SMT assembly. Provide: - correct footprints - polarity indicators - reference designators - component clearances - assembly clearances - fiducials where appropriate - test pads - board edge considerations - manufacturing-friendly layout 11. VERIFICATION Before delivery, perform and provide evidence for: - schematic ERC - PCB DRC - footprint verification - pin verification - RF/antenna review - optical placement review - mechanical clearance review - PCB dimension verification - BOM/PCB consistency review 12. REQUIRED FINAL DELIVERABLES We require the complete editable source files, not only screenshots or PDFs. Deliver: - Native KiCad 10 project - .kicad_pro - .kicad_sch - .kicad_pcb - custom symbol libraries if required - custom footprint libraries if required - complete BOM with manufacturer part numbers - netlist - Gerber files - NC drill files - Pick-and-Place / centroid file - assembly drawing - fabrication drawing - schematic PDF - PCB PDF - 3D PCB view / model - test-point map - design-rule report - ERC report - DRC report - manufacturing README - revision-controlled source files 13. OWNERSHIP / SOURCE FILE REQUIREMENT All source CAD files created for this project must be delivered to us. We do not want a locked/cloud-only design. We need the complete editable KiCad project so another engineer/manufacturer can open and continue the design. 14. COMPONENT CHANGE CONTROL Do not change: - MCU - sensors - charger - fuel gauge - flash - haptic driver - critical power architecture without written approval. If a component must be changed because of availability, footprint, electrical or mechanical reasons, explain the reason and obtain approval before changing it. 15. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Please apply only if you have practical experience with: - KiCad - BLE PCB design - ESP32 - wearable electronics - low-power battery products - PPG / optical sensor layouts - compact 4-layer PCB design - RF/antenna layout - DFM/SMT manufacturing - PCB bring-up/debug Experience with fitness trackers, smart bands, medical/wellness wearables or similar products is strongly preferred. 16. WHAT WE WILL PROVIDE We will provide: - existing WEAR IT engineering documentation - component/BOM information - current architecture - POC information - mechanical size target - relevant purchased component list - existing schematic/engineering reference documents 17. PROJECT SUCCESS CRITERIA The project will be considered complete only when: - schematic is complete - exact parts and footprints are verified - PCB is fully routed - PCB fits within 33.5 × 23.0 mm - RF requirements are respected - optical layout is properly designed - ERC is reviewed - DRC is reviewed - BOM matches schematic and PCB - manufacturing files are generated - all editable source files are delivered Please include in your proposal: 1. Similar wearable/ESP32/PPG PCB projects 2. KiCad experience 3. Experience with MAX30102/MAX86141 or similar optical systems 4. Experience with RF/BLE PCB layouts 5. Fixed project cost 6. Estimated completion time 7. Number of revisions included 8. Whether ERC/DRC and manufacturing files are included 9. Confirmation that all native KiCad source files will be delivered
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Building on my extensive experience in electronic design & embedded systems which are parallel to the project requirements, I believe I am a great fit for your compact wearable fitness band PCB design project. Allow me to take your already functional proof-of-concept (POC) and transform it into a professional, manufacturing-ready custom PCB. With regard to the creation of complete native KiCad schematic and exact component verification, I have proven competence in various tools including KiCad 10.x, guaranteed not to make any substitution without written approval. The optical and power section designs of the project require preciseness which has been an essential aspect of my career. Detailed eyestrain workload from LED paths to RF/antenna sections; supervise EF ESP32-C3 requirements like power is my specialised area. Building compact 4-layer PCB targeted at 33.5 mm x 23.0 mm maximum focusing on low power, BLE/RF performance, PPG signal quality thermal performance et al is a regular manifestation of my skills on different projects.I promise to bring these skillsets, passion and dedication to bear on this project.
₹37,500 INR in 15 days
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As a seasoned Electrical/Electronics Engineer with over 8 years of experience, specializing in Circuit Design, Embedded Systems and PCB Design, I am confident I can bring your WEAR IT V1 to life. I have an impeccable record of delivering high-quality designs using industry-leading software like Eagle, Altium, KiCAD and EasyEDA - including the PCBs with compact form factors such as your target size of 33.5 mm × 23.0 mm. My proficiency in these tools and their features like library creation, component verification and controlled pull-up networks aligns perfectly with your core requirements. In line with your PCB placement preference, I'd segment the PCB into separate functional zones for RF/ESP32, Optical/Skin sensors, Motion subsystems for optimized performance.I can also ensure that critical components like ESP32-C3-WROOM-02-N4 MCU and BQ25185DLHR battery charger/power path don't interfere with each other by carefully designing GPIO assignments and RF layout to avoid any possible operation conflicts. Additionally, I am well-versed with MATLAB/SIMULINK for signal processing, and programming languages like C/C++ for firmware development if needed to support your project beyond the PCB design phase. Being a Preferred Freelancer with top 1% ranking further validates my expertise. With me on board, you're assured of receiving exceptional PCB design services within promised timelines
₹30,000 INR in 7 days
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Hi, I’m an experienced PCB Design Engineer with 8+ years of experience in PCB and hardware development, including compact 4-layer, ESP32, battery-powered, sensor, and wearable electronics. I have hands-on experience with KiCad and Altium, ESP32, BLE, I2C/SPI sensors, power management, RF layout, DFM, and manufacturing documentation. I can handle the complete native KiCad 10 project, including schematic, PCB layout, ERC/DRC, BOM, Gerbers, Pick-and-Place, and manufacturing files. I have also worked with optical/PPG sensors and can carefully handle the sensitive MAX30102/MAX86141 section, RF antenna, power, and mechanical constraints. Fixed Cost: INR 25000 Time: 3–4 weeks Revisions: 3 ERC/DRC & Manufacturing Files: Included Native KiCad Source Files: Fully delivered I’m interested in a long-term engineering partnership and can start immediately. Best regards, Muhammad Adeel
₹25,000 INR in 7 days
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HI, KINDLY READ THROUGH MY PROPOSAL I will convert your existing WEAR IT architecture into a manufacturing-ready KiCad 10 schematic and 4-layer PCB that fits 33.5 × 23.0 mm, using your exact MPNs with no substitutions. MY APPROACH ✅ Full native schematic: power/charge, ESP32-C3-WROOM-02-N4, I2C sensors, SPI flash, PPG (MAX30102 + MAX86141 eval), skin temp, haptic, LED, factory test ✅ Verify MPN, package, pinout, symbol, land pattern and reference circuit for every part ✅ Placement zones: RF/antenna at edge, optical at skin, power/haptic isolated from PPG, BME280 away from heat ✅ 4-layer routing, RF keep-out, DFM/SMT, ERC/DRC and mechanical clearance vs 34.7 × 24.0 × 10.6 mm envelope Answers you asked for: 1. Wearable / ESP32 / compact 4-layer BLE bands with sensor + power-path layouts 2. Daily KiCad including v9/v10 libraries, ERC/DRC and fab packs 3. MAX30102 / MAX86141-class PPG: LED/PD path, decoupling, optical keep-out, isolation from charger/haptic... If you can reach out, i will send the rest answers as the proposal box cannot contain more than 1500 texts. DELIVERABLES Native KiCad 10 project, BOM with MPNs, netlist, Gerbers, NC drill, centroid, drawings, PDFs, 3D/STEP, test-point map, ERC/DRC reports, manufacturing README. QUESTIONS 1. Can you share the current architecture, mechanical keep-outs (optical window, pogo, battery, LRA) at kickoff? 2. Confirm MAX30102 and MAX86141 both populated for EVT, or one DNP option? Ready to start now
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HI, I am an experienced electronics and PCB Design engineer, specialised in use of ECAD software such as Altium Designer, KICAD, EasyEDA, etc. for the the design of electronics and PCB. I will design your projects to meet your Requirements and the industry standard. I do all kinds of circuits such as Power delivery circuit, Sensor Integrated Circuits, wireless control, MCUs etc. I will deliver the following. The Schematics for your Design The PCB for the design Bill of materials(If needed) Gerber, Pick and Place and other manufacturing and assembly drawings needed. Full Support and consultancy till the project is done. Kindly send me message for my previous designs and also so we can discuss further on your project I look Forward to working with you. Best Regards, Abdur-Rafiq
₹24,000 INR in 7 days
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Dear client, I am writing to express my interest in your project and to offer my expertise as a PCB Hardware Engineer. With over 10 years of experience in the field, I am confident that I can deliver high-quality PCB designs that meet your specific requirements. I have experience working with wearable health care device, using ECG, PPG on High-End AFE like MAX86141. I know how to delivery production-ready grade PCB, dealing with issue from low noise require of this kind of PCB. I can bring to you from schematic to PCB layout, protype testing, BOM files and mass production ready. With alot of experience in this industry, i know how to fit DFM and how to achievement PCB that can ready for production. Feel free to contact me so can show fews of my work. Thank you
₹25,000 INR in 20 days
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Hi, I’ve reviewed the project, and this is very close to the type of compact wearable PCB work I’ve worked on before. I have strong experience with ESP32, 4-layer compact PCBs, BLE/RF, sensors, battery systems, and production-ready designs. I can handle the complete KiCad 10 design, including schematic, exact component and footprint verification, PCB layout, RF/PPG considerations, power and noise management, ERC/DRC, BOM, Gerbers, and all native source files. I’ll pay special attention to the tight 33.5 × 23 mm size, antenna placement, optical sensor area, and separation of sensitive signals from power and haptic noise. Please check my portfolio for relevant wearable, ESP32, and sensor PCB projects. Best wishes, Ahmed Yahia
₹25,000 INR in 7 days
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For the WEAR IT V1 wearable project, I would begin by reviewing all selected components, manufacturer reference designs, mechanical constraints, and power requirements to ensure every device is integrated according to vendor recommendations. The schematic will be developed in native KiCad 10.x with clear functional partitioning including power management, charging, ESP32-C3, sensors, optical subsystem, haptic driver, external flash, RF section, and factory test interfaces. The PCB will be designed as a compact 4-layer board within the 33.5 mm × 23 mm size limit, prioritizing low power consumption, BLE performance, signal integrity, and manufacturability. Special attention will be given to the optical sensing section (MAX30102/MAX86141), isolating it from switching regulators, charging circuitry, and vibration motor noise. ESP32 antenna placement, RF keep-out zones, ground continuity, and power routing will follow Espressif guidelines. Before delivery, I will perform complete ERC/DRC validation, footprint and pin verification, mechanical clearance checks, and manufacturing reviews. Final deliverables will include KiCad source files, schematics, PCB layout, fabrication outputs, assembly files, BOM, pick-and-place data, and documentation ready for professional SMT production and prototype manufacturing.
₹18,000 INR in 7 days
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Hi, I can take your existing WEAR IT architecture and convert it into a complete, manufacturing-ready KiCad 10.x design within the 33.5 × 23 mm PCB limit. My relevant experience is with compact ESP32-based PCB design, mixed-signal layouts, battery-powered systems, sensor integration, RF keep-outs, power-path design, and JLCPCB/SMT manufacturing outputs. I’m comfortable with MAX30102/MAX86141-class optical subsystems and the layout discipline required to isolate PPG signals from chargers, haptics, and digital noise. I can deliver: • Native KiCad 10 schematic + 4-layer PCB • Exact MPN/symbol/footprint verification • ESP32-C3 RF/antenna keep-out review • I2C/SPI/power/PPG integration • BQ25185 + MAX17048 power design • Optical/thermal/mechanical placement review • ERC + DRC reports • BOM, Gerbers, drill, PnP • Assembly/fabrication drawings • 3D PCB model + test-point map • Manufacturing README • All editable KiCad source/libraries Fixed cost: ₹32,000 Timeline: 10–14 days Revisions: 2 rounds included All ERC/DRC/manufacturing files and native KiCad sources will be delivered. No critical component will be changed without written approval. Best regards Ankit
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Hi, we at HardFault are a better fit for this project than a single freelancer because you get a complete engineering team under one roof. We handle embedded firmware, PCB/electronics, hardware bring-up, testing, and debugging in-house, so there’s no dependency on multiple freelancers or communication gaps. We can take the project from design through validation with dedicated engineers working together. If you want reliable execution and long-term support, an in-house team is the safer choice. Would you prefer having one person handle everything, or a team that can cover the complete project in-house?
₹25,000 INR in 7 days
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Hi, I carefully reviewed the complete WEAR IT V1 requirements. I understand that the POC and architecture already exist and that the objective is to convert them into a compact, manufacturing-ready 4-layer KiCad design within the 33.5 × 23 mm PCB limit. My experience includes KiCad PCB development, ESP32-based hardware, multi-layer layouts, component/footprint verification, power distribution, digital interfaces, DRC/DFM and manufacturing-file preparation. I can handle the complete KiCad workflow from schematic capture through placement, routing, ERC/DRC verification and final Gerber, drill, BOM, Pick-and-Place, assembly and editable source files. For this design I would specifically review each manufacturer reference circuit and land pattern before layout, with particular attention to ESP32 antenna keep-out, battery/power paths, sensor thermal placement, optical-section isolation and compact functional zoning. I want to be transparent that my direct wearable PPG experience is more limited than my general embedded PCB experience, so I would not claim previous MAX86141 production designs that I have not done. I am comfortable working rigorously from the provided engineering documentation and manufacturer references. Proposed delivery: 20 days, including 3 revision rounds, ERC/DRC review and complete manufacturing package. All native KiCad source files will be delivered. Best regards, Hamza
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Hi, Greetings from OSTronik India! We are a technology-driven company specializing in Power Electronics and Embedded System Design integrated with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Mobile Application Development, delivering reliable, industrial-grade electronic and software solutions—from concept to mass production, all under one roof. Our in-house capabilities include R&D, Firmware Development, Hardware Design, Mobile Application(Android & iOS), Prototyping, and Scalable Mass Production, with a strong focus on quality, performance, and cost efficiency. Core Expertise: • Microcontrollers: PIC, STM32, ESP Family, AVR. • Microprocessors: Raspberry Pi • Development Tools: MPLAB X IDE, STM32CubeIDE, Arduino IDE, Atmel Studio, VS Code • Hardware Design: Industrial-grade multilayer PCBs using Altium Designer with optimized power design, isolation handling, and EMI/EMC compliance • Communication Protocols: UART, SPI, I²C, CAN, Modbus, MQTT, LAN, S-Bus, RS-485 Mobile Application Capabilities: • Custom Android & iOS mobile applications for device control, monitoring, and data visualization • Real-time dashboards, cloud connectivity, and secure user authentication • Seamless integration between IoT platforms and mobile apps We have successfully transformed multiple concepts into market-ready electronic and mobile-enabled solutions. We would be glad to share a brief reference video. Let’s schedule a meeting to discuss your requirements in detail. Best Regards, Team OSTronik India
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I would like to apply for this role having the whole required requiements to complete the End-to-end POC.
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Hi, I’m an embedded systems and PCB design engineer with hands-on experience designing custom PCBs in KiCad, ESP32-based systems, sensor integration, power management, and hardware bring-up. I can take your existing WEAR IT POC and convert it into a manufacturing-ready 4 to 6 layer KiCad PCB within the 33.5 × 23 mm constraint. I can handle: Complete KiCad 10 schematic + PCB Exact MPN, datasheet, pinout and footprint verification ESP32-C3 + BLE/RF layout BQ25185 + MAX17048 power architecture I2C/SPI sensor integration MAX30102 / MAX86141 optical section MAX30205 skin-temperature placement DRV2605L + LRA Compact 4-layer routing and grounding DFM/SMT considerations ERC/DRC and mechanical checks BOM, Gerbers, drill, P&P and manufacturing documentation I’ll pay particular attention to PPG noise isolation, RF keep-out, thermal placement, power integrity, and the wearable's mechanical constraints. You will receive the complete editable KiCad source files, not just manufacturing outputs. I can start by reviewing your existing POC documentation and BOM, then identify any schematic, component, RF, optical or mechanical issues before layout.
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