LAPTOP CHIP LEVEL ENGINEER

Laptopstore; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Laptopstore is seeking a Laptop Chip Level Engineer for on-site work in Chennai and other major cities. The role focuses on diagnosing and repairing laptops at the motherboard and chip level, including component-level troubleshooting and IC replacement.

You will test repaired systems, maintain service records, and coordinate with front-office staff while adhering to safety and ESD procedures. Strong documentation and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong chip-level hardware troubleshooting for laptop motherboards.
• Soldering and rework using hot air stations and BGA equipment.
• Ability to read circuit diagrams and schematics; use diagnostic instruments.
• Knowledge of DC/AC circuits, voltage regulation, signal tracing.
• Experience repairing laptops and peripherals (RAM, storage, etc).
• Attention to detail with good documentation habits.
• Good communication to coordinate with service advisors and team.
• Able to work in a fast-paced service center and meet turnaround targets.
• Diploma/degree in Electronics or related field; certifications are a plus.
• Prior chip-level or motherboard repair experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair laptops at motherboard and chip level.
• Perform fault analysis using schematics and diagnostic tools.
• Test and validate repaired systems and maintain service records.
• Coordinate with front-office staff for customer updates.
• Adhere to safety and ESD procedures; ensure quality control.
• Advise on parts requirements and support junior technicians.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of service processes.

Skills

Chip-level troubleshooting

Soldering & rework

Circuit diagrams & schematics

Electronics fundamentals

Laptop repair experience

Documentation

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Diploma/degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Power supply

Hot air station

BGA rework equipment

Job description

Company Description

Laptopstore is India’s No.1 laptop sales and service company, specializing in laptops, desktops, and computer peripherals and accessories. With over 150 experienced staff members and more than 35 branches across India, the company offers comprehensive support and service to a large customer base. Laptopstore has successfully serviced over 2 million customers, demonstrating strong trust and reliability in the market. The organization emphasizes professional service, technical expertise, and customer satisfaction, providing a dynamic environment for technology professionals. Team members benefit from exposure to diverse hardware, complex repair scenarios, and continuous learning opportunities.

Role Description

The Laptop Chip Level Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in Chennai/Bangalore/Pune/Mumbai/Hyderabad/Kolkata. This position involves diagnosing and repairing laptops at the motherboard and chip level, including component-level troubleshooting, soldering, and replacement of ICs and other electronic parts. The engineer will perform systematic fault analysis, use diagnostic tools and schematics to identify hardware issues, and ensure timely, high-quality repairs. Daily tasks include testing and validating repaired systems, maintaining service records, coordinating with front-office staff for customer updates, and adhering to safety and ESD procedures. The role may also involve advising on parts requirements, supporting junior technicians, and contributing to continuous improvement of service processes.

Qualifications

• Strong chip-level hardware troubleshooting skills for laptop motherboards, including diagnosis of power, display, and connectivity issues.
• Proficiency in soldering and rework techniques, including use of hot air stations, BGA rework equipment, and precision tools for component replacement.
• Ability to read and interpret circuit diagrams and schematics, and use diagnostic instruments such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power supplies.
• Solid understanding of electronics fundamentals, including DC/AC circuits, voltage regulation, signal tracing, and common laptop hardware architectures.
• Experience in repairing and servicing a wide range of laptop brands and models, including handling motherboards, RAM, storage devices, and peripheral components.
• Attention to detail with strong documentation habits for recording faults, repair steps, and part usage in service management systems.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with service advisors, explain technical issues in simple terms, and support a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced service center setting, manage multiple repair jobs, and meet turnaround time and quality targets.
• Diploma or degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Hardware, or related field; relevant technical certifications in hardware repair are an advantage.
• Prior experience as a laptop chip-level or motherboard repair engineer is strongly preferred; exposure to desktop and peripheral repair is a plus.