Technician

Key Responsibilities

PCB Assembly & Soldering

• Perform THT and SMD soldering using soldering iron and hot-air rework station.

• Assemble prototype and production PCBs according to BOM, PCB layout, and assembly instructions.

• Solder resistors, capacitors, ICs, connectors, sensors, headers, wires, and other electronic components.

• Perform through-hole component insertion and soldering.

• Maintain good-quality solder joints and avoid PCB/component damage.

• Handle small and fine-pitch SMD components carefully.

PCB Rework & Repair

• Perform component replacement, desoldering, jumper modifications, and PCB rework.

• Identify and rectify:

  • Solder bridges

  • Cold solder joints

  • Insufficient/excess solder

  • Component misalignment

  • Wrong component placement

  • Damaged components

• Replace defective components without damaging PCB pads or tracks.

• Perform engineering modifications to prototype PCBs as instructed by engineers.

Inspection & Testing

• Visually inspect assembled PCBs using a microscope or magnification equipment.

• Verify component placement, polarity, orientation, and markings.

• Perform continuity and basic electrical checks using a multimeter.

• Identify assembly defects before handing PCBs over for testing.

• Maintain PCB assembly and inspection records.

R&D & Prototype Support

• Assist engineers in PCB prototyping and hardware bring-up.

• Assemble engineering samples and prototype boards.

• Perform PCB modifications based on engineering instructions.

• Assist with cable, connector, and wire-harness assembly.

• Support engineers during hardware debugging and troubleshooting.

Production Support

• Support pilot and low-volume production.

• Follow BOMs, drawings, SOPs, and work instructions.

• Maintain proper ESD handling procedures.

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the soldering workstation.

• Maintain component and PCB traceability.

Required Skills

• Good practical knowledge of electronics and PCB assembly.

• Strong manual soldering skills.

• Experience with THT and SMD components.

• Ability to operate:

  • Soldering iron

  • Hot-air rework station

  • Digital multimeter

  • DC power supply

  • Microscope / magnifier

• Basic understanding of electronic components and polarity.

• Ability to read PCB layouts and component markings.

• Good hand-eye coordination.

• Strong attention to detail.

Preferred Skills

• Experience soldering 0603/0402 components and fine-pitch ICs.

• Experience with SOIC, TSSOP, QFN, SOT and similar packages.

• PCB repair and rework experience.

• Basic ability to understand electronic schematics.

• Experience with sensors, connectors, embedded electronics, and wiring.

• Experience working in an ESD-controlled environment.

• IPC-A-610 knowledge or certification is an advantage.

• Experience in medical, industrial, instrumentation, or automotive electronics is a plus.

Educational Qualification

ITI / Diploma / 12th / equivalent technical qualification in Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation, or a related field.

Candidates with strong practical soldering skills may also be considered irrespective of formal qualification.

Experience

• 1–3 years: Preferred.

• Experience in PCB assembly, electronics repair, prototype assembly, or production soldering will be an advantage.

Work Environment

The technician will work with GEPL's electronics R&D and manufacturing team in Kanpur.

The work will involve prototype development, PCB assembly, rework, debugging support, and low-volume production rather than only repetitive mass-production soldering.

Performance Expectations

The candidate should be able to:

• Produce reliable and clean solder joints.

• Maintain low assembly and rework defect rates.

• Follow BOMs, drawings, SOPs, and engineering instructions accurately.

• Complete PCB assemblies within assigned timelines.

• Avoid PCB and component damage during soldering and rework.

• Maintain ESD and component-handling discipline.

• Identify and report defective components or PCB issues to the engineering team.

• It is a Full Time Manufacturing job for candidates with 2 - 6+ years Experience.