Quantum Space Node Prototype Engineer / Innovation Fellow
About The Position
This is not a normal internship or engineering job. This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to help invent the first intelligent micro-infrastructure system in the country , transforming everyday parking spaces into alive, dynamic, AI-powered urban nodes. You will be the hands-on builder, problem-solver, prototyper, and designer behind the Quantum Space Node Lite™ (QSN-L) — a futuristic, low-cost, scalable system that blends: hardware software sensors AI AR electronics and visionary design Your work will directly shape the commercial product that will be deployed across the entire GGES portfolio and licensed nationwide. You will literally help create a new industry.
Requirements
- Microcontrollers (ESP32, Arduino, Pi)
- Python + basic AI inference experience
- Electronics and soldering
- 3D printing or fabrication
- LED/lighting control
- Basic networking (LTE, Wi-Fi, MQTT)
- IoT systems
- CAD or simple mechanical design
- Ability to sketch or visualize new concepts
- Ability to simplify complex challenges
- Strong problem-solving instincts
- Hungry
- Curious
- Fearless
- Obsessed with innovation
- Thrives with autonomy
Nice To Haves
- Experience with TensorFlow Lite
- Experience with Google Coral TPU
- AR/VR knowledge
- Low-voltage electrical experience
- Environmental sensor integration
- Experience making something “that shouldn’t work, but does”
Responsibilities
- Prototype Development Build the first functional QSN-L prototype. Assemble and integrate: camera module edge compute board LED AR strip pressure micro-strips air quality sensors microphone array QR/NFC engagement panel enclosure & wiring Optimize cost down to $2,500 total per node.
- Hardware & Software Integration Program microcontrollers (ESP32, Pi Zero). Train or integrate AI detection models. Calibrate sensors and pressure strips. Link edge hardware to cloud dashboard.
- AI & Analytics Implement basic: vehicle detection occupancy detection dwell-time tracking LED pattern activation QR/NFC engagement automation
- Rapid Iteration Build → test → refine → repeat. Produce prototype demonstrations for leadership. Document everything for future installation teams.
- Field Deployment Install early units in: GGES property parking lots partner plazas Run real-world testing. Solve installation challenges creatively.
- Innovation & Future Concepting Work with leadership to expand: AR features ad interaction layers AI-driven safety features data visualization Bring imaginative ideas to the table daily.
- Cross-Team Communication Present findings in weekly meetings. Collaborate with Program Manager, Operations, Sales & Data teams. Provide input for marketing, pitch decks, and commercialization materials.
Benefits
- Competitive salary or stipend + bonus + future profit-sharing opportunity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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