Brian T.
Embedded Systems Engineer | KiCad PCB Design | ESP32 & STM32 Firmware
Nairobi,
Kenya
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About
I am an embedded systems engineer specializing in KiCad PCB design, ESP32 and STM32 firmware development, and Python hardware automation tools. I design complete IoT systems from schematic to manufacture-ready PCB — not just layouts that look good on screen.
My real project experience includes HomeNode — a full wireless smart home system designed entirely from scratch. This included 4-layer KiCad PCB design for sensor nodes, mains-powered actuator nodes, and a central hub, with proper power management, DFM-ready Gerbers, BOM, and CPL files for turn-key assembly at PCBWay.
I deliver clean, documented, manufacturable work. Message me to discuss your project before ordering
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My real project experience includes HomeNode — a full wireless smart home system designed entirely from scratch. This included 4-layer KiCad PCB design for sensor nodes, mains-powered actuator nodes, and a central hub, with proper power management, DFM-ready Gerbers, BOM, and CPL files for turn-key assembly at PCBWay.
I deliver clean, documented, manufacturable work. Message me to discuss your project before ordering
Experience
- PCB Design Engineer fiverr · Self-employed Dec 2025 – Present 5 mos Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya Designed and developed HomeNode — a complete wireless smart home automation system built entirely from scratch. Work included 4-layer KiCad PCB design for three node types, ESP32-C6 and ESP32-S3 firmware in C/C++ using PlatformIO, power management circuits including boost converters and LiPo battery chargers, and Python-based automated hardware testing tools using pyserial and pytest.
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Electronics Engineering — Academic & Personal Projects
Self Directed · Self-employed
Dec 2022 –
Present
3 yrs 5 mos
Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya
Practical electronics and embedded systems projects including a solar-powered smart streetlight with motion-triggered brightness control, a smart irrigation system with sensor-driven automation, a water level monitoring and control system, and an ESP32 home automation system with WiFi, MQTT, and Node-RED integration.
Technologies: ESP32, Arduino, C/C++, KiCad, MQTT, Node-RED, Solar Power Systems - Electronics Content Creator YouTube · Self-employed Aug 2022 – Present 3 yrs 9 mos Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya Create technical electronics tutorials covering ESP32 projects, sensor integration, and circuit design. Long term goal of building a resource for embedded systems learners with a focus on practical, real-world projects.
Education
- Dedan kimathi University of Technolgy Electrical and electronic engineering, Embedded System Design, 2nd class upper 2022 – 2025 Electrical Engineering student at DeKUT specializing in professional IoT prototyping and embedded systems design, with hands-on experience in ESP32/STM32 platforms.
Licenses & Certifications
- CS50P — Introduction to Programming with Python Aug 2023 – Present See credential
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Joined: March 25, 2026
Last seen: March 31, 2026
Area of Expertise
Languages
English Native or bilingual proficiency
German Limited working proficiency
Swahili (Kiswahili) Native or bilingual proficiency
Location
Nairobi, Kenya