Are you looking for Derrinal electronic product design services for a unique idea not yet available on the market? Need an experienced circuit designer or professional PCB (printed circuit board) design expert to bring your innovation to life? Whether you're seeking a proof-of-concept, schematic and layout review, embedded programming support, or complete end-to-end electronic engineering services, Electronics Design Services for Derrinal has the expertise to deliver.

Our team has decades of combined experience in electronic design, circuit development, prototyping, and low-to-medium volume production consulting. We also specialize in embedded firmware programming for microcontrollers and SoCs. With deep experience using a variety of industry-standard and open-source EDA tools, we're well-positioned to meet the needs of startups, research labs, manufacturers, and inventors.

Our electronic design journey began in the 1990s using Protel, now known as Altium Designer. Today, while still proficient in Altium for legacy projects, we prefer open-source tools such as gEDA, Lepton-EDA, pcb-rnd, KiCad, and Eagle. Using gEDA’s modular structure, we’ve developed powerful internal tools with Python scripts that auto-generate footprints, BOMs, and price lists by integrating with services like Octopart and DigiKey APIs. These automations reduce project time and cost, improving efficiency for our clients.

Our Derrinal custom electronics expertise covers a wide spectrum:

  • Analog and digital circuit design
  • RF design and wireless communication protocols (WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, proprietary long-range RF)
  • Microcontroller platforms: TI MSP430, ST STM32, ESP32, FPGA
  • Battery and power systems: PMIC, Li-Ion/Li-Po charging, wireless (inductive) charging
  • Sensor integration: IMU, accelerometers, gyros, image sensors, lidar, radar, ultrasonic, IR
  • Motor and actuator control: brushed and brushless DC motors (BLDC), servos, steppers, pneumatics, hydraulics
  • IoT device development and wearable electronics (e.g., LilyPad, conductive thread)

We understand that a scalable electronic product often hinges on the firmware layer. A well-selected microcontroller (MCU) or microprocessor (MPU) allows flexibility, reusability, and remote upgrades. We have extensive experience developing embedded firmware and also offer services across:

  • Application software development for desktop and mobile
  • GUI design for user interfaces on embedded systems and control panels
  • Cross-platform development using Linux, Windows, and macOS (typically via VirtualBox or Docker)
  • Full-stack web development for connected device dashboards

Our Linux-based development environment, often on Ubuntu/Debian, enables us to run robust development toolchains. Our programming skill set spans C, C++, Python, Bash, JavaScript, and more—allowing us to write firmware, APIs, backend logic, and even full-stack applications when needed.

Of course, no product is complete without physical validation. Our Derrinal PCB assembly and prototyping process ensures reliable testing and debugging. We typically have PCBs fabricated overseas (China) with a 5-day turnaround, using custom stencils for precise surface-mount technology (SMT). We complete in-house reflow soldering using a reflow oven and perform through-hole and fine-pitch rework with manual soldering tools. Our team is comfortable working with 0603 components and smaller.

Robotics and Autonomous Systems Engineering

Just a small glimpse of the custom electronics that power full-stack products we’ve built for clients.

Electronics Design Services for Derrinal and Prototyping Experience

Our CTO, Luke Cole, previously worked as a "Robotics Engineer" at Hemisphere GPS (now AgJunction), where he implemented GPS-guided auto-navigation systems for agricultural machinery including tractors and quadbikes. His background includes developing indoor tracking systems for Location Aware Technologies (433 MHz), and he has contributed to advanced R&D initiatives at NICTA, CSIRO, and the ANU Robotics Systems Lab led by Alex Zelinsky.

Lance Cole has also contributed to NICTA and led hardware development projects for military-grade systems at EOS, including the Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (CROWS) used by the U.S. military—demonstrating our deep capability in high-reliability electronics.

Whether you’re building a custom sensor board, developing an embedded IoT product, or designing the next big wearable device, Electronics Design Services for Derrinal offers the full stack of electronic design services—from idea to working prototype and beyond.

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As the gateway to the Great Ocean Road and a thriving hub for local industries, Derrinal, Victoria, Australia is an exciting place to call home. And at the heart of this growth and development lies innovation – something that COLETEK is passionate about. As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, we've built a reputation for delivering reliable, tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of businesses throughout Derrinal, Victoria, Australia. Operating from our base in Derrinal, Victoria, Australia, we have a deep understanding of the local market, culture, and economy. We take pride in serving a diverse range of clients across various sectors, from manufacturing to healthcare, and leveraging our expertise to help them overcome technical challenges and stay ahead of the competition. By combining cutting-edge engineering capabilities with a collaborative approach, we've established ourselves as trusted partners for businesses seeking to drive growth and prosperity. At COLETEK, we're committed to being more than just an engineering partner – we strive to build lasting relationships built on trust, open communication, and a shared vision. Our team of experts takes the time to understand your business goals, challenges, and aspirations, and works closely with you to develop tailored solutions that meet your unique needs. From concept design and prototyping to testing and implementation, our engineers are dedicated professionals who will stop at nothing to ensure the success of your project. As a national company with roots in Derrinal, Victoria, Australia, we're proud to be part of this vibrant community. We believe in supporting local businesses, from small operations to large corporations, and providing them with the reliability, expertise, and innovative thinking they need to thrive. Whether you're looking for engineering and product development solutions or simply seeking strategic guidance, COLETEK is here to help you achieve your goals. So why wait? Let Derrinal, Victoria, Australia be the hub of innovation and growth that sets your business free. Reach out to us today, and let's embark on a remarkable journey together!

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COLETEK proved to be the perfect choice to help us kick our project off. Their analysis of the problem we presented with them with, and their suggestions for the most efficient and effective way to achieve a solution prevented us wasting time and money heading down the wrong path. I'd recommend COLETEK without any reservations.