Dato Keramat, Kuala Lumpur

Amirul Adam Bin Md Shah

also known as @amerul_adam

Electronic EngineerEmbedded Systems, PCBA Validation & Data Analytics

Building and validating reliable embedded hardware and software systems — from AI vision platforms, RF/IoT, and PCBA manufacturing validation to Python automation and data analytics.

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// about

Who I am

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I'm Amirul Adam, an Electronic Engineering graduate and registered Graduate Engineer (BEM) who works comfortably across the hardware–software boundary. My expertise spans embedded systems validation, PCBA manufacturing and test engineering, RF/IoT integration, Embedded Linux, and automated data analytics.

Most recently as a Management Trainee in Data Analytics & Engineering at Altek Medical, I underwent Overseas Technical Training in Kunshan & Shanghai, China. My work focused on comprehensive PCBA, functional, and system-level validation across AI embedded vision platforms (Qualcomm QRB5165/QCS6490, NVIDIA Orin, FPGA), optical LBA calibration, GR&R studies, 2D/3D X-ray defect inspection, and building Python automation scripts and KPI dashboards for yield optimization.

Currently, I am pursuing a Master of Electrical Engineering by research at Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM), focusing on AI-based detection systems using deep learning and computer vision. My goal is to continually bridge robust hardware engineering with intelligent, data-driven automation.

Location

Dato Keramat, Kuala Lumpur

Status

Open to opportunities

// projects

Things I've built

A selection of engineering and software projects — from award-winning RF and IoT systems to data automation.

Featured2025 – 2026

AI-Enabled Elderly Safety Monitoring System

Process, Production & PCBA Validation Lead

Validation and NPI process engineering for an AI-enabled embedded vision safety platform based on Qualcomm QRB5165 / QCS6490 SoCs.

  • Executed 2D/3D X-ray inspection and functional testing on PCBA assemblies to detect solder voids, bridging, and BGA misalignment.
  • Performed Lens Barrel Assembly (LBA) optical calibration, including optical center alignment, focus verification, AWB calibration, and dust inspection.
  • Validated Wi-Fi 6, BLE 5.x, Ethernet, LTE, PoE power architecture, current consumption, and 940nm IR illumination performance.
  • Executed embedded Linux firmware flashing, configuration, and Python automated test script development for log processing and KPI tracking.
Qualcomm QRB5165/QCS6490Embedded LinuxX-Ray InspectionLBA Optical CalibrationWi-Fi 6 / LTEPoEPython
Featured2024 – 2025

Radio Frequency Detector System

Project Lead / Owner

A 4G RF detector for real-time RF signal power measurement and monitoring in communication engineering applications.

  • Designed an analog RF detection circuit using the ADL5902 RF Power Detector integrated with an ESP32 microcontroller.
  • Designed and simulated a 2.6 GHz microstrip patch antenna in CST Microwave Studio, validated via VNA S-parameter testing.
  • Fabricated FR-4 PCB prototypes, performed circuit assembly, calibration, testing, and hardware debugging.
  • Integrated Blynk IoT platform for real-time visualization and analyzed measurement data using MATLAB.

Gold Award — Final Year Project, UTHM (2025)

Best Project in Communication Engineering Cluster, UTHM (2025)

ADL5902ESP32CST StudioMATLABBlynk IoTFR-4 PCBVNA2.6GHz Antenna
Featured2025 – 2026

AI Drone Camera Delivery System

NPI, Validation & Process Support

Process, measurement system analysis, and hardware-software integration for an embedded drone camera delivery system.

  • Conducted Gauge Repeatability & Reproducibility (GR&R) studies to evaluate measurement capability and operator/equipment consistency.
  • Supported validation of FPGA platforms and NVIDIA Orin embedded systems, including firmware verification and robotic-assisted automated testing.
  • Performed system testing and troubleshooting in Embedded Linux environments using log analysis.
  • Authored Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and supported NPI builds for production readiness.
Embedded LinuxNVIDIA OrinFPGAGR&R AnalysisRobotic Test SystemsSOPNPI
2025 – 2026

AI-Enabled Surveillance Camera Platform

Production, NPI & System Validation

Validation and calibration of an embedded surveillance camera platform incorporating imaging, sensors, and wireless connectivity.

  • Performed Lens Barrel Assembly (LBA) calibration, focus adjustment, and 3D camera alignment verification.
  • Validated Real-Time Clock (RTC) timekeeping retention, IMU/gyroscope response, and BLE wireless communication.
  • Executed validation firmware flashing, peripheral boot verification, and hardware failure troubleshooting.
  • Created Python scripts for production log parsing, validation report generation, and defect trend tracking.
Embedded LinuxCamera CalibrationIMU / GyroscopeRTCBLEFirmware FlashingPython
2025 – 2026

Imaging Device Pocket Camera

Process, Quality & Functional Validation

Quality engineering and multi-subsystem validation for a portable digital imaging device platform.

  • Performed Optical Viewfinder (OVF) verification, AWB calibration, shading correction, and RGB color resolution testing.
  • Executed functional testing for BLE pairing, SD card interfaces, LCD display, speaker audio, and battery charging circuits.
  • Participated in PFMEA sessions to identify manufacturing process risks and establish preventive controls.
  • Developed custom Python scripts for test log processing and automated KPI report generation.
Optical ValidationOVFBLEShading CalibrationPFMEABattery ValidationPython
2024 – 2025

Water Quality Monitoring System with SMS Alert

Embedded Systems Project Lead

An IoT-based water quality monitoring system for continuous pH, turbidity, and temperature tracking with real-time SMS alerts.

  • Integrated Arduino Uno with pH, turbidity, and temperature sensors, alongside a SIM900A GSM module and DC-AC converter.
  • Programmed threshold-triggered emergency SMS alerts for real-time risk notification.
  • Performed circuit design, hardware assembly, sensor calibration, and experimental field validation.

Gold Award — Integrated Design Project Showcase Day, UTHM (2025)

Arduino UnoSIM900A GSMSensorsSMS Alert SystemIoTData Acquisition
Internship

Smart Door Lock Access Control System

Lead Developer

Development of an embedded smart access control system featuring RFID/UHF, facial recognition, and IoT integration.

  • Designed software logic and embedded hardware for RFID/UHF access control and facial recognition implementation.
  • Handled PCB prototyping, precision soldering, hardware troubleshooting, and signal testing.
  • Drafted schematic layouts, design documentation, and technical manuals using AutoCAD.
RFID/UHFEmbedded SystemsIoTPCB DesignAutoCAD

// skills

~/skills --all

Grouped stack overview with proficiency indicators. Use the tabs to filter by category.

PCBA & System Validation92%
Root Cause Analysis (RCA)90%
2D/3D X-Ray Inspection88%
GR&R / Measurement Analysis85%
LBA & Optical Calibration86%
PFMEA & SOP Development85%

// experience

Where I've worked

2025 — 2026

Management Trainee · Data Analytics & Engineering

Altek Medical Sdn Bhd · Malaysia & China (Kunshan / Shanghai)

  • Selected for Overseas Technical Training in Kunshan & Shanghai, China, gaining hands-on exposure to advanced manufacturing operations, automated test systems, and cross-functional engineering execution.
  • Executed PCBA, functional, and system-level validation across AI embedded vision platforms (Qualcomm QRB5165/QCS6490, NVIDIA Orin, FPGA), verifying compliance with manufacturing and product standards.
  • Performed board-level defect inspection using 2D/3D X-ray analysis, optical LBA calibration (focus, AWB, center alignment), current consumption, and wireless (Wi-Fi 6, BLE 5.x, LTE, Ethernet, PoE) testing.
  • Developed and modified Python scripts for automated production test execution, log processing, KPI dashboard reporting, and manufacturing traceability across SFCS and SAP data systems.
  • Conducted Gauge Repeatability & Reproducibility (GR&R) studies, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and PFMEA activities to optimize manufacturing yield and test reliability.
  • Operated robot-assisted test and calibration systems, authored SOPs, and supported First Article Inspection (FAI) during NPI builds.
Qualcomm QRB5165/QCS6490Embedded LinuxNVIDIA OrinFPGAX-Ray InspectionOptical CalibrationGR&RPythonRCANPI

2024 — 2025

Technical Assistant

EMTEX CTS Sdn. Bhd. · Malaysia

  • Independently developed a 4G RF Detector Radiation System using the ADL5902 RF Power Detector for an engineering competition project in collaboration with EMTEX CTS.
  • Executed analog RF circuit design, FR-4 PCB prototyping, component soldering, system calibration, and experimental RF signal measurement.
  • Simulated a 2.6 GHz microstrip patch antenna in CST Microwave Studio and validated performance using Vector Network Analyzers (VNA).
  • Troubleshot hardware defects, performed failure analysis, and prepared comprehensive engineering test reports and evaluation materials.
RF Circuit DesignADL5902ESP32PCBCST StudioVNAMATLAB

Internship

Engineering Intern

Electric Library (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. · Malaysia

  • Led the development of a Smart Door Lock Access Control System on an embedded platform incorporating RFID/UHF, facial recognition, and IoT functionality.
  • Performed PCB hardware troubleshooting, component soldering, signal validation, and developed Python scripts for automated data processing.
  • Utilized AutoCAD for schematic layout drafting, design validation, issue tracking, and technical report writing.
RFID/UHFEmbedded SystemsIoTPCB DebuggingAutoCADPython

2021 — 2023

Part-Time Sales & Marketing Assistant

Madinah Food Industries Sdn. Bhd. · Malaysia

  • Supported direct customer communications, market outreach, customer feedback gathering, and operational sales reporting.
Sales SupportCustomer ServiceReporting

// education

Where I studied

2026 — Present

Master of Electrical Engineering (By Research)

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) | Part-Time

Batu Pahat, Johor

  • Research focus: AI-based detection systems using deep learning and computer vision techniques for intelligent recognition and classification applications.
ResearchDeep LearningComputer VisionAI Systems

2021 — 2025

B. Eng. (Hons) Electronic Engineering

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)

Batu Pahat, Johor

  • Gold Award Recipient — Final Year Project (2025)
  • Gold Award Recipient — Integrated Design Project Showcase Day (2025)
  • Best Project Award — Communication Engineering Cluster (2025)
Electronic EngineeringGold Award Winner

2018 — 2021

Diploma in Electronic Engineering (Communication)

Politeknik Merlimau Melaka

Melaka

  • Specialized in core communication engineering fundamentals and circuit theory.
DiplomaCommunication Engineering

// services

What I offer

Capabilities I bring across the hardware and software stack.

PCBA & System Validation

Comprehensive validation across embedded Linux platforms, Qualcomm SoCs, NVIDIA Orin, and FPGAs — including 2D/3D X-ray inspection, LBA optical calibration, and GR&R studies.

Embedded Systems & Hardware Design

Custom microcontroller solutions (ESP32, Arduino) and AI vision hardware — covering schematic capture, PCB prototyping, precision soldering, and hardware-software integration.

Python Automation & Data Analytics

Automated test script execution, log processing, data cleaning, EDA, and Power BI / custom KPI dashboard creation for manufacturing yield tracking.

RF & Antenna Engineering

RF power detector circuit integration (ADL5902), 2.6 GHz microstrip antenna design in CST Microwave Studio, and VNA S-parameter validation.

IoT & RFID Access Systems

Connected security and monitoring platforms utilizing RFID/UHF, GSM (SIM900A), BLE, Wi-Fi 6, and cloud/Blynk IoT platforms.

Quality & NPI Process Engineering

Root Cause Analysis (RCA), failure troubleshooting, PFMEA development, First Article Inspection (FAI), and authoring comprehensive SOPs for manufacturing readiness.

// certifications

Certifications & memberships

BEM Graduate Engineer Certificate

Board of Engineers Malaysia · 2026

IEM Graduate Engineer Membership

The Institution of Engineers Malaysia · 2026

Project Evaluation Panel (IIICe & Student Projects)

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia · 2026

NIOSH Safety Passport (Green Card)

National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health · Certified

International Islamic Science Innovation Competition (Bronze)

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia · 2022

Data Science with Python: Concepts & Demonstration

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia · 2021

TM Fiber Optics Training (Installation, Testing & Maintenance)

Telekom Malaysia · 2020

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Let's build something

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