Hardware Engineering, Lab Manager

Sima Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Sima Technologies in Bengaluru, India, seeks a Hardware Engineering Lab Manager to own the day-to-day operation of SiMa lab, ensuring engineers have reliable access to a well‑organized, well‑equipped environment.

You will perform hands-on board bring-up, triage issues, manage lab inventory and safety, and document procedures to keep the lab running smoothly for all teams.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field with 5–8 years in a hardware lab.
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment: oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, soldering/rework stations.
• Experience with board-level rework (component-level soldering; jumper wires; BGA rework a plus).
• Experience with system bring-up, debug, and triage of hardware issues.
• Familiarity with inventory management practices and tools (spreadsheets, asset systems).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple teams and projects.
• Basic understanding of PCB assembly and electrical fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory of lab equipment, boards, components, and consumables - tracking stock levels, procurement needs, and asset location/ownership
• Perform system bring-up and setup for new boards and platforms, including initial power-on, configuration, and validation
• Triage hardware issues on boards and systems, isolating root cause and coordinating rework or repair as needed
• Perform hands-on rework of boards (rework of components, jumper wires, minor repairs) to support debug and issue resolution
• Run tests and validation on systems/boards per defined test plans, and record/report results accurately
• Maintain lab usage and scheduling across teams, ensuring fair and efficient access to shared equipment and bench space
• Maintain calibration schedules and service records for lab test equipment
• Coordinate with hardware, firmware, and test engineering teams to prioritize lab activities and resolve equipment/resource conflicts
• Document lab processes, equipment usage guidelines, and standard operating procedures
• Support new engineer onboarding to lab tools, equipment, and safety protocols

Skills

Hands-on hardware lab work

System bring-up and triage

Inventory management

Documentation and SOPs

Communication

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Multimeters

Soldering/rework stations

Job description

Description

As a Hardware Engineering Lab Manager, you will own the day-to-day operation of SiMa.ais hardware lab, ensuring engineers across the organization have reliable access to a well-organized, well-equipped, and well-run lab environment. You will be hands-on with system bring-up, triage, and rework, while also owning the processes and discipline that keep the lab running smoothly for everyone who depends on it.

Job Title: Hardware Engineering, Lab Manager

Job Location: Bangalore, India

Job ID: AI2546

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory of lab equipment, boards, components, and consumables - tracking stock levels, procurement needs, and asset location/ownership


• Perform system bring-up and setup for new boards and platforms, including initial power-on, configuration, and validation


• Triage hardware issues on boards and systems, isolating root cause and coordinating rework or repair as needed


• Perform hands-on rework of boards (rework of components, jumper wires, minor repairs) to support debug and issue resolution


• Run tests and validation on systems/boards per defined test plans, and record/report results accurately


• Manage lab usage and scheduling across teams, ensuring fair and efficient access to shared equipment and bench space


• Maintain lab organization, cleanliness, and safety standards ("lab decorum") - enforcing proper equipment handling, labeling, and storage practices


• Maintain calibration schedules and service records for lab test equipment


• Coordinate with hardware, firmware, and test engineering teams to prioritize lab activities and resolve equipment/resource conflicts


• Document lab processes, equipment usage guidelines, and standard operating procedures


• Support new engineer onboarding to lab tools, equipment, and safety protocols

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelors degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field, or equivalent practical experience with 5-8 years of experience in a hardware lab, test engineering, or bring-up/triage role.


• Hands-on experience with lab equipment: oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, soldering/rework stations


• Practical experience with board-level rework (component-level soldering, jumper wires, BGA rework a plus)


• Experience with system bring-up, debug, and triage of hardware issues


• Familiarity with inventory management practices and tools (spreadsheets, inventory/asset management systems)


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail


• Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple teams and projects


• Basic understanding of PCB assembly, electrical/electronic fundamentals

Personal Attributes

• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and process discipline


• Hands-on and proactive, comfortable owning problems end-to-end


• Strong communicator, able to coordinate across multiple teams and stakeholders


• Reliable and accountable, with a strong sense of ownership over the lab environment


• Collaborative team player who fosters a positive, respectful lab culture