Rework Technician

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

• Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
• Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
• Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

About the Role

To lead the identification, analysis and resolution of defects in Connected Car and Car Audio products during and after assembly, ensure timely rework, root cause identification and prevention of recurrence. The role is critical to maintaining HARMAN’s quality standards and ensuring customer satisfaction. In this role, you will report to the Manager, Production and Operation.

What You Will Do

• Diagnose functional and cosmetic issues in assembled/ semi assembled Connected Car and Car Audio products.
• Perform hands-on rework involving soldering, analyze test failures to identify fault locations using testing tools and diagnostics.
• Investigate repetitive failure modes and document findings.
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, and Engineering teams for effective CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions).
• Use RCA tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone (Ishikawa), Pareto analysis.
• Maintain detailed rework logs, defect data, and repair histories.
• Update standard rework instructions and ensure traceability of repaired products.
• Provide daily/weekly reports on defect trends and action status.
• Support initiatives to reduce rework rates, line rejections, and customer complaints.
• Provide feedback to design and process engineering for improvements in product manufacturability and robustness.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Diploma/B.E./B.Tech in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, or related.
• Experience: 2–5 years in rework and fault diagnosis in automotive electronics or PCB assembly.
• Familiar with PCBA Manufacturing process.
• Participate in internal quality audits and customer quality issue resolutions.
• Train operators and technicians on basic troubleshooting and rework techniques.
• Assist in preparing visual aids, fault libraries, and repair SOPs.
• Support product validation and pilot production runs for new models.
• Strong knowledge of circuit diagrams, soldering, testing equipment.
• Understanding of IPC standards, ESD practices and automotive quality tools.
• Hands on experience of SAP-MES.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
• Competitive wellness benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

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