Shakil Tanvir

Experience

VP of Engineering

Cybernetics Hitech Solutions Ltd.

Mar 2024 – Present

Driving innovation in smart energy systems and overseeing embedded R&D for large-scale national projects.

  • Led the transition into the Smart Energy industry, developing firmware for advanced energy meters with STS (Standard Transfer Specification) and DLMS/COSEM standards.
  • Designed and implemented communication protocols for Data Concentrator Units (DCU), Head End Systems (HES), and Meter Data Management (MDM) software.
  • Directed hardware and software integration across metering ecosystems, ensuring secure and scalable operation.
  • Served as Technology Head for embedded systems and Technical Advisor for the ROV team, ensuring the platform reached operational stability.
  • Managed and mentored a cross-functional embedded systems team delivering production-grade smart energy and automation solutions.

Lead Embedded System Engineer

Spectrum Engineering Consortium Ltd. / Cybernetics Hi Tech (Pvt) Ltd

Dec 2023 – Feb 2024

Architected communication and control firmware for Bangladesh Army's Robotics platform (EOD/Surveillance ROV).

  • Designed and implemented a custom RS485 multi-node communication protocol to coordinate motors, sensors, and actuators across the ROV.
  • Protocol work was published in ICCIT 2024, showcasing novel approaches to robust field robotics communication.
  • Integrated motor drivers, controllers, actuators, and wireless modules into a unified embedded system with real-time synchronization.
  • Worked directly with defense stakeholders; the project was officially recognized by the Bangladesh Army.
  • 4 units delivered for operational deployment — used in United Nations operations and delivered to Peru Army.
  • Delivered firmware architecture ensuring field reliability, scalability, and maintainability.

Embedded Software Engineer (Firmware Developer)

THT-Space Electrical Company Ltd.

Apr 2023 – Dec 2023

Developed and optimized firmware for high-volume Grozzi-brand thermal printers using RISC-V MCUs at Nilphamari EPZ.

  • Engineered firmware for globally distributed Grozzi-brand printers with USB, Bluetooth, BLE, and Wi-Fi interfaces using JL Technology RISC-V SoCs.
  • Designed and implemented ESC/POS and CPCL protocol support across multiple printhead configurations.
  • Built power management firmware for stable performance under variable manufacturing loads.
  • Troubleshot production issues and optimized firmware for mass manufacturing in a CKD factory environment.
  • Collaborated closely with hardware and production teams to ensure cost-effective and reliable delivery at scale.

Trainee Engineer (IoT Solutions)

ADN Telecom Ltd.

Nov 2022 – Mar 2023

Developed IoT-based monitoring systems for data centers and corporate clients with focus on secure protocols and networking.

  • Worked on Environmental Monitoring Systems (EMS) integrating sensors with MQTT, HTTPS, TCP/IP, and SNMP protocols.
  • Developed and deployed IoT monitoring solutions in data centers and Points of Presence (PoPs).
  • Collaborated with the Network Operations Center (NOC) team to troubleshoot and optimize IoT deployments.
  • Contributed to corporate networking projects by designing secure and scalable IoT monitoring infrastructure.

Founder & CEO

Creative Factory

2022 – Present

Founded an R&D and EdTech initiative focused on embedded systems, robotics, IoT, and engineering education.

  • Founded Creative Factory as an R&D and EdTech initiative connecting real product development with engineering education.
  • Mentored 50+ engineers and interns through structured STM32-focused embedded systems training programs.
  • Built a practical engineering ecosystem producing project-based learning experiences in embedded, robotics, and IoT.
  • Designed and delivered technical training curriculum bridging theory with hands-on hardware and firmware practice.

Education

B.Sc. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

2017–2022

Ahsanullah University of Science & Technology (AUST)

Thesis: Extremely Ultra Flattened Negative Dispersion SPAH-PCF for Employing RDC (CGPA 3.15/4.00)

Secondary & Higher Secondary Education

2013–2016

Saidpur Govt. Technical School & College

SSC GPA: 5.00/5.00, HSC GPA: 5.00/5.00

Achievements

Best Paper Presenter & Best Paper Award

Best Paper Presenter & Best Paper Award

ICCIT 2024

Certificate of Appreciation

Certificate of Appreciation

ICSCT 2021

Military EOD ROV — Delivered for United Nations Operations & Peru Army

Military EOD ROV — Delivered for United Nations Operations & Peru Army

2023–2024

Mentored 50+ Engineers & Interns in Embedded Systems & IoT

Mentored 50+ Engineers & Interns in Embedded Systems & IoT

2022–Present

Introduction to IoT Certification

Introduction to IoT Certification

Cisco / Grameenphone

Introduction to Cybersecurity Certification

Introduction to Cybersecurity Certification

Cisco / Grameenphone