Lab Technician - Rework & Assembly

UST; Bengaluru Urban; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

UST in Bengaluru seeks a hands-on Lab In-Charge – Rework & Assembly to manage prototype builds, rework, assembly operations, testing support, and lab infrastructure. You will lead soldering, BGA rework, fixture development, and ensure IPC quality before manufacturing handoff.

Requires 4–8 years in electronics assembly, lab management experience, and strong collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of hands-on experience in electronics assembly, rework, and lab management.
• Strong expertise in manual soldering and rework of SMT and through-hole components.
• Experience handling BGA rework, fine-pitch devices, and prototype builds.
• Knowledge of ESD handling procedures and IPC workmanship standards.
• Experience in building test fixtures, cable assemblies, and manufacturing support tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise manual soldering and rework activities for 0201 and smaller passive components, fine-pitch ICs, QFN, BGA, LGA, and other SMT packages.
• Build, assemble, debug, and modify engineering prototypes and pilot builds.
• Fabricate and assemble acrylic test fixtures and custom lab setups; support engineering test processes.
• Manage laboratory equipment, tools, and consumables; maintain calibration schedules and records.
• Coordinate with Contract Manufacturers for material receipt, documentation review, gate passes, and logistics; track material movement.
• Maintain assembly procedures, rework instructions, and lab records; support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with Hardware, Mechanical, Firmware, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain teams.

Skills

Electronics assembly

Soldering & rework

Lab management

IPC workmanship standards

BGA rework

Education

Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics / Electrical / Mechatronics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Power supplies

Electronic loads

Signal generators

Thermal cameras

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Lab In-Charge – Rework & Assembly to manage prototype builds, product rework activities, assembly operations, testing support, and laboratory infrastructure. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in electronics assembly, soldering and rework, lab management, and manufacturing support. This role requires close collaboration with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Contract Manufacturers to ensure high-quality product builds and smooth transition to manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise manual soldering and rework activities for:
• 0201 and smaller passive components
• Fine-pitch ICs
• QFN, BGA, LGA, and other SMT packages
• Through-hole components and cable assemblies
• Operate and maintain soldering, desoldering, hot-air, and BGA rework stations.
• Understand and support automated soldering and SMT manufacturing processes.
• Build, assemble, debug, and modify engineering prototypes and pilot builds.

Product Validation & Manufacturing Readiness

• Conduct visual inspections and basic functional verification before manufacturing release.
• Identify assembly defects, workmanship issues, and reliability concerns, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure products meet quality standards before handoff to manufacturing.

Test Infrastructure Development

• Fabricate and assemble acrylic test fixtures and custom lab setups.
• Perform cable harness preparation, wiring, labelling, and documentation.
• Support engineering teams in creating and validating production test processes.
• Manage laboratory equipment, tools, and consumables.
• Maintain calibration schedules and records for all instruments.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of ESD-sensitive components and equipment.
• Maintain accurate inventory of electronic components, prototype materials, and la b assets.
• Implement and monitor 5S practices and laboratory safety guidelines.

Manufacturing & Supply Chain Coordination

• Coordinate with Contract Manufacturers (CMs) for:
• Material receipt and verification
• Documentation review
• Gate pass and logistics processes
• Prototype and pilot build support
• Track material movement and maintain associated documentation.
• Assist in resolving manufacturing and assembly-related issues.

Documentation & Quality

• Maintain assembly procedures, rework instructions, and lab records.
• Update build logs, test results, calibration reports, and inventory databases.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for product failures.
• Ensure compliance with IPC standards and company quality procedures.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Hardware, Mechanical, Firmware, Quality, Operations, and Suppl y Chain
• teams.
• Provide build feedback to design teams to improve manufacturability and service ability.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma / Bachelor's Degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related
• field.
• 4-8 years of hands-on experience in electronics assembly, rework, and lab management.
• Strong expertise in manual soldering and rework of SMT and through hole components.
• Experience handling BGA rework, fine-pitch devices, and prototype builds.
• Knowledge of ESD handling procedures and IPC workmanship standards.
• Experience in building test fixtures, cable assemblies, and manufacturing support tools.

Familiarity with laboratory instruments such as: Oscilloscopes, Mustimeters, Power supplies, Electronic loads, Signal generators, Thermal cameras (preferred)

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems such as Arena.
• Exposure to NPI (New Product Introduction) and manufacturing transfer activities.
• Understanding of PCB fabrication, PCB assembly, and DFM/DFT concepts.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and inventory management tools.
• IPC-A-610, IPC J-STD-001, or equivalent certification is an added advantage.