Rework Technician II

WHOOP
Boston, MA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level to senior technical professionals who thrive in collaborative, hands-on environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 3+ years of electronics rework and prototyping experience in consumer electronics or wearables
    — “3+ years of relevant technician, electronics rework, prototyping, manufacturing, engineering lab, or related hands-on experience”
  • Individuals who have worked with fine-pitch and BGA components and possess strong attention to detail
    — “Demonstrated experience with PCBA rework and soldering, including working with fine-pitch components; experience with BGA and 0201 or smaller components is a plus”
  • Candidates with mechanical aptitude and experience in 3D printing, cable assembly, or test fixture creation
    — “Hands-on mechanical aptitude with experience in areas such as prototype assembly, product testing, cable or wire harness assembly, adhesives, fixtures, or 3D printing”

Things to consider

  • Relocation to Boston, MA is required if not already located there
    — “The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office”
  • This role emphasizes AI tool integration and expects high-quality standards from AI-assisted work
    — “Strong commitment to embracing and leveraging AI tools in day-to-day tasks, ensuring AI-assisted work aligns with the same high-quality standards as personal contributions”

How to stand out

  • Showcase your ability to maintain organized lab environments and manage inventory and equipment
    — “Maintain and organize electrical, mechanical, and automated test labs, including managing parts inventory, equipment, 3D printers, and lab supplies”
  • Demonstrate familiarity with firmware updates and prototype modifications in your resume or interview responses
    — “Support engineering development activities including firmware updates, prototype modifications, test circuit board builds, and other hands-on technical work as needed”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Successfully built and tested prototypes
  • Improved lab organization and efficiency
Typical background
Electronics technicianMechanical technicianEngineering lab technician

Skills & requirements

Required

PCBA ReworkSolderingTroubleshootingAssemblyTestingFailure AnalysisOrganizational SkillsAttention To Detail

Preferred

BGA Rework0201 Component Handling3D Printing

Stack & domain

PCBA ReworkSolderingTroubleshootingAnalysisPrototypingProduct TestingDimensional MeasurementsInspections3D PrintingFirmware UpdatesTest Circuit Board BuildsAttention To DetailOrganizational SkillsAbility To Manage EquipmentAbility To Manage ComponentsAbility To Manage DocumentationAbility To Manage Multiple PrioritiesWearable TechnologyHealthFitnessPerformance Products

About the role

Original posting from WHOOP via Ashby

At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock and inspire performance for life. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives.

WHOOP is seeking a Rework Technician II to support the development, testing, and refinement of innovative wearable technology. In this hands-on role, you will partner closely with mechanical, electrical, and firmware engineers to build prototypes, perform electrical and mechanical rework, conduct testing and failure analysis, and help maintain highly organized engineering lab environments. The ideal candidate brings strong technical aptitude across both electrical and mechanical disciplines, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to execute high-quality work in a fast-paced product development environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform electrical rework, soldering, troubleshooting, and analysis of PCBAs and other electronic components, including fine-pitch and small-form-factor components
  • Build and assemble prototypes, cable assemblies, test fixtures, and small-scale manufacturing assemblies in partnership with electrical and mechanical engineering teams
  • Conduct electrical and mechanical product testing, dimensional measurements, and inspections using tools such as microscopes, vision measurement systems, and calipers
  • Support failure analysis of engineering prototypes and consumer returns, documenting findings and communicating results to engineering partners
  • Maintain and organize electrical, mechanical, and automated test labs, including managing parts inventory, equipment, 3D printers, and lab supplies
  • Support engineering development activities including firmware updates, prototype modifications, test circuit board builds, and other hands-on technical work as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 3+ years of relevant technician, electronics rework, prototyping, manufacturing, engineering lab, or related hands-on experience
  • Demonstrated experience with PCBA rework and soldering, including working with fine-pitch components; experience with BGA and 0201 or smaller components is a plus
  • Hands-on mechanical aptitude with experience in areas such as prototype assembly, product testing, cable or wire harness assembly, adhesives, fixtures, or 3D printing
  • Experience using measurement, inspection, and troubleshooting equipment such as microscopes, calipers, vision measurement systems, multimeters, or similar tools
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage equipment, components, documentation, and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Associate degree in an engineering, science, or technical field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant hands-on experience
  • Interest in consumer electronics, wearable technology, health, fitness, or performance products
  • Strong commitment to embracing and leveraging AI tools in day-to-day tasks, ensuring AI-assisted work aligns with the same high-quality standards as personal contributions.

This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office.

Interested in the role, but don’t meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply! At WHOOP, we believe there is much more to a candidate than what is written on paper, and we value character as much as experience. As we continue to build a diverse and inclusive environment, we encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply.

WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify https://www.e-verify.gov/ to determine employment eligibilityThe WHOOP compensation philosophy is designed to attract, motivate, and retain exceptional talent by offering competitive base salaries, meaningful equity, and consistent pay practices that reflect our mission and core values.

At WHOOP, we view total compensation as the combination of base salary, equity, and benefits, with equity serving as a key differentiator that aligns our employees with the long-term success of the company and allows every member of our corporate team to own part of WHOOP and share in the company’s long-term growth and success.

The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $110,000 - $150,000. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within each range, individual pay is based on factors such as job-related skills, experience, performance, and relevant education or training. In addition to the base salary, the successful candidate will also receive benefits and a generous equity package. These ranges may be modified in the future to reflect evolving market conditions and organizational needs. While most offers will typically fall toward the starting point of the range, total compensation will depend on the candidate’s specific qualifications, expertise, and alignment with the role’s requirements.

Source: WHOOP careers (Ashby)

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