Hardware Lab Engineer

SWITS DIGITAL Private Limited; Chennai District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

SWITS DIGITAL Private Limited is seeking a hands-on Hardware Lab Engineer in Chennai with 3–5 years of electronics hardware testing, PCBA assembly and rework, and lab support. The role requires strong knowledge of analog/digital electronics, embedded hardware, and power supplies, plus experience with SMD soldering and test setup development.

The candidate will debug and repair PCBA modules, contribute to board bring-up, and assist with hardware design aspects like power supplies and automation

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in Electronics Hardware / Hardware Lab / Embedded Hardware / Electronics Testing.
• Strong understanding of electrical and electronics engineering fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience with PCBA assembly, SMD soldering, rework, and repair.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain manual and automated test simulators for embedded control hardware.
• Design and build test setups, fixtures, and simulators to support hardware development and validation.
• Perform high-precision PCBA hand assembly, SMD soldering, rework, and validation.
• Debug, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair PCBA modules and electronic circuits.
• Support electronics board bring-up, functional testing, and validation against project requirements.
• Assist with basic hardware design activities related to power supplies, embedded hardware modules, and automation systems.
• Perform hardware testing and identify root causes of electronic circuit failures.
• Support control system wiring, harness preparation, and laboratory build activities.
• Select and source electronic components, parts, tools, and laboratory materials based on project requirements.
• Maintain and manage electronics lab inventory, stores, and component records.
• Coordinate with Controls Engineering Lab engineers and project teams to provide hands-on technical support.
• Support procurement activities for electronic components and laboratory equipment.
• Ensure laboratory equipment, components, and materials are properly organized and available for engineering activities.

Skills

Electronics fundamentals

PCBA testing

SMD soldering

Hardware debugging

Board bring-up

Tools

SMD rework tools

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a hands-on

Experience: 3 5 Years

Location: Chennai

Number of Open Positions: 1

Job Summary

We are looking for a hands-on Hardware Lab Engineer with 3 5 years of experience in electronics hardware testing, PCBA assembly and rework, hardware debugging, board bring-up, and laboratory support.

The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of analog and digital electronics, embedded hardware, power supplies, communication protocols, and control systems, along with practical experience in SMD soldering, PCBA troubleshooting, test setup development, and electronics lab operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain manual and automated test simulators for embedded control hardware.
• Design and build test setups, fixtures, and simulators to support hardware development and validation.
• Perform high-precision PCBA hand assembly, SMD soldering, rework, and validation.
• Debug, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair PCBA modules and electronic circuits.
• Support electronics board bring-up, functional testing, and validation against project requirements.
• Assist with basic hardware design activities related to power supplies, embedded hardware modules, and automation systems.
• Perform hardware testing and identify root causes of electronic circuit failures.
• Support control system wiring, cable/harness preparation, and laboratory build activities.
• Select and source electronic components, parts, tools, and laboratory materials based on project requirements.
• Maintain and manage electronics lab inventory, stores, and component records.
• Coordinate with Controls Engineering Lab engineers and project teams to provide hands-on technical support.
• Support procurement activities for electronic components and laboratory equipment.
• Ensure laboratory equipment, components, and materials are properly organized and available for engineering activities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 3 5 years of relevant experience in Electronics Hardware / Hardware Lab / Embedded Hardware / Electronics Testing.
• Strong understanding of electrical and electronics engineering fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience with PCBA assembly, SMD soldering, rework, and repair.
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills for electronic circuits and PCBA modules.
• Practical experience in board bring-up, hardware testing, and validation.
• Experience developing manual or automated hardware test simulators, test setups, test benches, or fixtures.
• Good understanding of analog and digital circuit design.
• Practical knowledge of embedded hardware modules and microcontroller-based systems.
• Basic knowledge of power supply design and power electronics.
• Working knowledge of communication protocols such as:
  • I2C
  • USART
  • RS232
  • RS485
• Experience with control wiring, harness preparation, and electrical laboratory builds.
• Experience managing electronics components, lab inventory, stores, and materials.
• Exposure to electronic component sourcing and procurement.
• Ability to diagnose hardware faults and perform hands-on repairs with minimal supervision.

Key Technical Competencies

• PCBA Assembly & Rework
• SMD / SMT Soldering
• Hardware Debugging & Troubleshooting
• Board Bring-up
• Hardware Testing & Validation
• Test Simulator / Test Fixture Development
• Analog & Digital Electronics
• Embedded Hardware
• Power Supply Circuits
• Control Wiring & Harness Preparation
• I2C / USART / RS232 / RS485
• Electronics Lab Operations
• Component Inventory & Procurement

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineering, controls, and laboratory teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Hands-on approach with attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple laboratory activities.

Other Specific Requirements Hands-on Assembly & Harnessing

Ability to perform high-precision SMD soldering, PCBA hand assembly and rework, along with control system wiring and harness preparation.

Debugging & Hardware Design

Ability to debug, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair faulty hardware circuits using knowledge of analog/digital electronics, embedded modules, power supplies, and communication protocols.

Lab & Inventory Operations

Ability to manage electronics laboratory inventory, components, stores, and material procurement, while providing effective technical support to engineering and project teams.