Component Engineer

Katalyst HealthCares and Life Sciences

$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
  • 5+ years in component or hardware engineering roles.
  • Experience in DVT and design release phases.
  • Background in regulated environments, preferably medical devices.
  • Strong knowledge of electronic and mechanical components.
  • Hands-on work with cross-functional teams required.
  • Familiarity with PLM (Propel) and ERP (NetSuite) systems.

Responsibilities

  • Provide support for DVT and design release.
  • Participate in design reviews to flag risks and documentation issues.
  • Facilitate design transfers for manufacturing release readiness.
  • Conduct assessments of component lifecycle and supplier risk.
  • Review mechanical drawings for accuracy and manufacturability.
  • Serve as a liaison between Engineering and Supply Chain teams.
  • Support lifecycle advancement and traceability initiatives.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge medical devices.
  • Collaborative cross-functional team environment.
  • Potential for career growth within a regulated industry.
  • Access to ongoing training and professional development.
  • Engagement in meaningful work that impacts patient care.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities:
  • DVT & Design Release Support.
  • Participate in DVT readiness and design reviews to identify component risks, manufacturability concerns, and documentation gaps.
  • Support design transfer activities to ensure readiness for manufacturing release.
  • Component Risk & Lifecycle Assessment
  • Evaluate lifecycle status (NRND/EOL), supplier risk, and availability
  • Recommend alternates and mitigation strategies.
  • Support Release of OTS and custom parts
  • Mechanical Drawing Review & Manufacturability
  • Review drawings for dimensional accuracy, GD&T (ASME Y14.5), and tolerance stack-up risks.
  • Assess manufacturability relative to supplier capabilities.
  • Identify over-constrained tolerances and yield risks.
  • Provide actionable DFM/DFA feedback.
  • Cross-Functional Support
  • Act as liaison between Engineering and Supply Chain.
  • Support supplier technical discussions.
  • Assist in resolving build and early production issues.
  • Support an effort of the supply chain activity by identifying long lead time items and engaging with the suppliers for potential cross-references
  • Support lifecycle advancement of components in Propel by ensuring complete specifications, compliance, and approved sourcing for pre-production readiness.
  • Ensure alignment of component data across Propel/NetSuite.
  • Support traceability and audit readiness.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor degree in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field.
  • 5+ years of experience in component engineering, hardware engineering, or a related technical role.
  • Experience supporting product development through DVT and design release phases.
  • Experience in a regulated environment (medical device preferred).
  • Hands-on experience working with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing)
  • Strong understanding of electronic, electromechanical, and mechanical components.
  • Experience evaluating component lifecycle (Active, NRND, EOL) and supply risk.
  • Ability to review datasheets and perform fit, form, and function analysis.
  • Ability to read and critically review mechanical drawings.
  • Working knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) principles.
  • Understanding of tolerance stack-up and its impact on assembly and performance.
  • Familiarity with common manufacturing processes (machining, molding, sheet metal) and associated constraints.
  • Familiarity with design transfer processes and production ramp considerations.
  • Familiarity with PLM systems (Propel) and ERP systems (NetSuite).
  • Understanding of ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 requirements preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to identify risks and provide clear, actionable recommendations.
  • Effective communication across engineering and operations teams.
  • Ability to work independently in high-impact role with minimal supervision.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize high value activities.

Physical Demands:
  • Sitting at a desk utilizing a computer.

Working Environment:
  • Typical office areas with offices, cubicles and conference rooms.

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