Description

Job Title: Hardware Engineering, Lab Manager

Job Location: Bangalore, India

Job ID: AI2546

Job Description

As a Hardware Engineering Lab Manager, you will own the day-to-day operation of SiMa.ai's hardware lab, ensuring engineers across the organization have reliable access to a well-organized, well-equipped, and well-run lab environment. You will be hands-on with system bring-up, triage, and rework, while also owning the processes and discipline that keep the lab running smoothly for everyone who depends on it.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory of lab equipment, boards, components, and consumables — tracking stock levels, procurement needs, and asset location/ownership
• Perform system bring-up and setup for new boards and platforms, including initial power-on, configuration, and validation
• Triage hardware issues on boards and systems, isolating root cause and coordinating rework or repair as needed
• Perform hands-on rework of boards (rework of components, jumper wires, minor repairs) to support debug and issue resolution




• Run tests and validation on systems/boards per defined test plans, and record/report results accurately
• Manage lab usage and scheduling across teams, ensuring fair and effective access to shared equipment and bench space
• Maintain lab organization, cleanliness, and safety standards ("lab decorum") — enforcing proper equipment handling, labeling, and storage practices
• Maintain calibration schedules and service records for lab test equipment
• Coordinate with hardware, firmware, and test engineering teams to prioritize lab activities and resolve equipment/resource conflicts
• Document lab processes, equipment usage guidelines, and standard operating procedures
• Support new engineer onboarding to lab tools, equipment, and safety protocols

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field, or equivalent practical experience with 5-8 years of experience in a hardware lab

📌 Hardware Engineering, Lab Manager (Bengaluru)
🏢 SiMa.ai
📍 Bengaluru