Sr Manager Component Engineering

We are looking for a Component Engineering Manager to lead component strategy, lifecycle management, and compliance across product lines. This role will partner closely with engineering, sourcing, quality, and suppliers to ensure component reliability, availability, and regulatory compliance in a high-tech manufacturing environment

You Will Make an Impact By:

Technical Responsibilities

Lead component selection, qualification, and approval processes for new and existing products

Ensure compliance with RoHS, REACH, Conflict Minerals, and other global regulations

Manage component lifecycle, including obsolescence, alternates, and risk mitigation

Drive failure analysis and root cause investigation for component-related issues

Collaborate with design, sourcing, and quality teams during product development

Maintain component databases, BOM validation, and technical documentation

Managerial Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of global component engineers

Allocate work, set priorities, and track team performance and deliverables

Define and implement best practices, SOPs, and engineering processes

Collaborate with stakeholders (R&D, procurement, suppliers, quality)

Support strategic decision-making for sourcing and supplier selection

Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the team

Skills You Bring:

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

8+ years of experience in component engineering or related domain

Prior experience managing or leading a team

Strong knowledge of electronic/mechanical components and systems

Familiarity with PLM tools, ERP systems, and component databases

Expertise in component reliability, compliance, and lifecycle management

Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Skills

Experience in high-reliability industries (automotive, aerospace, telecom, medical devices)

Knowledge of global compliance regulations

Exposure to supplier audits and qualification processes

Experience with obsolescence tools (e.g., SiliconExpert, IHS, etc.)

Key Competencies

Leadership & team management

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Attention to detail

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to various export control regulations. Applicants for these positions may be limited (by, for example, their countries of citizenship, country of origin, or immigration status) where required by law or governmental contact, and/or employment made contingent upon the issuance of appropriate governmental licensing.

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