Senior Lab technician (Lab In-Charge – Rework & Assembly)

UST; Bengaluru Urban; Sur place; INR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

UST is seeking a hands-on Lab In-Charge – Rework & Assembly to manage prototype builds, rework activities, assembly operations, testing support, and lab infrastructure. You will work closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Contract Manufacturers to ensure high-quality product builds and a smooth transition to manufacturing.

The role requires strong expertise in electronics assembly, soldering and rework, lab management, and manufacturing support, with 4–8 years of hands-on

Qualifications

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

Responsabilités

• Perform and supervise manual soldering and rework for SMT and through-hole components.
• Operate and maintain soldering, desoldering, hot-air, and BGA rework stations.
• Build, assemble, debug, and modify engineering prototypes and pilot builds.
• Conduct visual inspections and basic functional verification before manufacturing release.
• Identify defects and recommend corrective actions to ensure quality before handoff to manufacturing.
• Maintain lab equipment, calibration schedules, and inventory records.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and CM for process readiness.

Connaissances

Electronics assembly

Soldering & rework

Lab management

IPC workmanship standards

Test fixture development

Manufacturing support

Formation

Diploma / Bachelor in Electronics, Electrical, Mechatronics, or related field

Outils

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Electronic loads

Signal generators

Thermal cameras

Description du poste

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

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

Cross-Functional Collaboration

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

Required Qualifications

• 1. Diploma / Bachelor's Degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related
• field.
• 2. 4-8 years of hands-on experience in electronics assembly, rework, and lab management.
• 3. Strong expertise in manual soldering and rework of SMT and through hole components.
• 4. Experience handling BGA rework, fine-pitch devices, and prototype builds.
• 5. Knowledge of ESD handling procedures and IPC workmanship standards.
• 6. Experience in building test fixtures, cable assemblies, and manufacturing support tools.
• 7. Familiarity with laboratory instruments such as:
• 9. Mustimers
• 10. Power supplies
• 11. Electronic loads
• 12. Signal generators
• 13. Thermal cameras (preferred)

Preferred Skills

• 1. Knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems such as Arena.
• 2. Exposure to NPI (New Product Introduction) and manufacturing transfer activities.
• 3. Understanding of PCB fabrication, PCB assembly, and DFM/DFT concepts.
• 4. Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and inventory management tools.
• 5. IPC-A-610, IPC J-STD-001, or equivalent certification is an added advantage.
• 1. Hands-on, "roll-up-your-sleeves" attitude with strong ownership.
• 2. Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced development environment.
• 3. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• 4. Good verbal and written communication skills.
• 5. Team player with the ability to work effectively across crossfunctional and global teams.