R&D Lab Technician — Prototyping, PCB Debug & Testing

Tata Technologies; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Technologies in Southfield, MI is seeking a Lab Technician to assemble, test, troubleshoot and repair R&D hardware prototypes in compliance with ISO 16949. The role supports hardware and firmware development through mechanical assembly, cable testing, PCB rework, documentation, and communicating test results.

The candidate will collaborate with hardware and firmware engineers, maintain an ESD-safe workspace, and follow automotive development processes.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree (AA) or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in the automotive industry.
• Experience with soldering and inspection of PCBAs.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 standards.
• Familiarity with PCB layout viewers.
• Understanding of automotive product development processes.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, troubleshoot, and repair R&D hardware prototypes.
• Perform mechanical assembly of prototype systems.
• Conduct cable qualification, testing, and modifications.
• Read electrical schematics and assist with PCB bring-up and debugging.
• Create rework documentation and maintain detailed development records.
• Record build data and test results.
• Collaborate with hardware and firmware engineers to communicate findings.
• Follow ISO 16949 procedures and maintain an ESD-safe work environment.

Skills

Soldering

PCBAs inspection

IPC-A-610 standards

PCB layout viewers

Automotive development processes

Troubleshooting

CAN/LIN protocols

Documentation

Electrical schematics reading

Education

Associate Degree (AA) or equivalent

Tools

DMMs

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Tata Technologies in Southfield, MI is seeking a Lab Technician to assemble, test, troubleshoot and repair R&D hardware prototypes in compliance with ISO 16949. The role supports hardware and firmware development through mechanical assembly, cable testing, PCB rework, documentation, and communicating test results.

The candidate will collaborate with hardware and firmware engineers, maintain an ESD-safe workspace, and follow automotive development processes.