Lab Technician

Job Summary

The Lab Technician plays a vital role in supporting the design, validation, and quality assurance of next-generation consumer hardware products, including smartphones, smartwatches, and related accessories. This hands-on role involves operating specialized lab equipment, executing detailed test procedures, managing inventory, and providing essential support to hardware engineers throughout the product development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, configure, and operate pre-production and prototype devices for a wide range of hardware tests, including display, battery, camera, RF signal integrity, and durability.
• Execute engineering test plans (ETPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with accuracy and consistency.
• Record, document, and maintain detailed logs of test results, observations, anomalies, and issues using approved tracking systems.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, environmental chambers, RF anechoic chambers, and automated fixtures.
• Manage lab inventory by receiving, cataloging, and tracking test samples, components, and consumables.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant lab environment, adhering to quality and security protocols, especially when handling confidential prototypes.
• Provide hands-on support to Hardware Engineers and Test Engineers by preparing setups, running experiments, and performing ad-hoc testing as needed.
• Assist with basic prototyping tasks, including soldering, component replacement, and simple rework on prototype PCBs or device assemblies.
• Communicate test progress, blockers, anomalies, and technical issues clearly and promptly to relevant engineering teams.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a hardware development, testing, or production lab environment, preferably within consumer electronics.
• Proficiency using standard electrical and mechanical lab tools (e.g., DMM, soldering iron, oscilloscope).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow complex instructions and maintain precise documentation.
• Experience in one or more test domains such as RF/antenna testing, camera image quality tuning, display characterization, or battery/power testing.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for automation or data analysis is a plus, but not mandatory.
• Working knowledge of the Android operating system for debugging and test execution on mobile devices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaboration across local and global engineering teams.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹450,000.00 - ₹600,000.00 per year

Experience:

• Mobile devices repair: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person