Component Engineer Jobs

Component Engineers help organizations select, evaluate, and manage the parts and materials used in complex products and systems. They work across engineering, procurement, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure components meet technical requirements, perform reliably, and remain available throughout a product’s lifecycle. Explore vetted Component Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Component Engineer Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and employer, but commonly include reviewing component specifications, assessing supplier data, qualifying parts, and supporting design teams with component selection. Component Engineers may also investigate failures, manage approved parts lists, monitor obsolescence, and recommend alternatives that meet performance, cost, and compliance requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a degree in electrical, mechanical, materials, or a related engineering discipline, along with experience in component engineering, product development, or quality. Useful capabilities include interpreting technical drawings and datasheets, reliability analysis, risk assessment, supplier collaboration, and clear documentation. Familiarity with industry standards and tools such as PLM, ERP, or component lifecycle databases can also be valuable.

Industries and Career Paths

Component Engineers work in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, telecommunications, medical devices, and industrial manufacturing. Depending on experience and specialization, career paths may lead to senior or principal engineering roles, component engineering management, supplier quality, reliability engineering, or broader product and systems engineering positions.

Find Component Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for Component Engineer openings with compensation of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and find positions that align with your technical expertise and career goals.

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$165K - $210K *

Lead the way in delivering innovative ASIC and SoC manufacturing solutions. Oversee customer projects, define technical specifications, and engage with cross-functional teams to drive excellence in se...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $210K *

Shape customer-focused projects by overseeing technical and commercial solutions in semiconductor manufacturing. Collaborate across teams to define project scope and deliver on packaging, testing, and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of space technology by providing critical EEE parts support for NASA flight projects. Evaluate and recommend components, collaborate with engineers, and contribut...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Build and scale robust compute systems for investment professionals, ensuring reliability and efficiency. Collaborate with developers to establish standards and enhance infrastructure, while participa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by developing innovative embedded software solutions in a dynamic Agile environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create cutting-edge products for global markets while e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing a dynamic team focused on product innovation, process optimization, and customer satisfaction. Drive strategic initiatives and foster a culture of...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer innovative product designs and lead development initiatives from ideation to market launch. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance existing products and drive revenue growth through new pro...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $195K *

Engage with our diverse customer base to provide technical support for advanced design tools. Collaborate with AEs and R&D teams to troubleshoot issues, enhance product functionality, and ensure custo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $127K *

Drive full software life cycle activities, from architecture to delivery, ensuring high-quality real-time embedded software. Lead project execution while collaborating with global teams to meet define...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $90K *

Elevate agricultural innovation by designing and enhancing mechanical products. Collaborate with a dynamic team to transform customer insights into actionable designs, ensuring quality and functionali...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join us to drive application development and system integration for SLT, Burn-In, HPC, and AI semiconductor test platforms, ensuring optimal performance and customer satisfaction through hands-on tech...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative product engineering and advanced technical support throughout the product lifecycle. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction while...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$200K - $350K *

Optimize thermal design and validation for liquid-cooled rack systems, ensuring seamless deployment and integration in datacenters. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and r...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$181K - $251K *

Lead the charge in designing cutting-edge circuits for serial communications, collaborating with a dynamic team to drive product development from concept to qualification, ensuring high performance an...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $210K *

Design cutting-edge PCB solutions from concept to production, ensuring high-speed performance and reliability. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative electronic designs that drive techno...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $110K *

Discover innovative solutions as you collaborate with clients to create parameterized, CFD-ready geometries, ensuring technical success while streamlining the design and simulation process for electri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Create high-quality printed circuit boards for cutting-edge technology, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulations while maintaining design integrity and driving q...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

The Hardware Design Engineer will be responsible for the design and development of various embedded systems, including both hardware and firmware design. The role requires conducting design reviews, r...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $200K *

Transform semiconductor design processes by leading global efforts in CAD, EDA, and automation. Drive productivity and innovation through strategic leadership, while optimizing engineering workflows a...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Reimagine semiconductor design as you lead a global team in enhancing CAD infrastructure, EDA methodologies, and automation while driving engineering productivity initiatives across diverse technologi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead the design and development of advanced power electronic systems, mentoring engineers and driving innovative solutions from concept to production while shaping the technology roadmap for high-perf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $142K *

Elevate semiconductor manufacturing by optimizing Cleans processes and equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and throughput in a dynamic, fast-paced environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative electrical designs and product development, leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Engage in prototyping, testing, integration, and troubleshooting to pus...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $194K *

Lead the charge in providing installation and maintenance support for design environments. Collaborate with engineers to streamline processes and enhance tool integration, ensuring seamless design wor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $194K *

Lead the charge in optimizing design environments and support tools by implementing automation and providing technical assistance, ensuring high-quality outcomes throughout the design process and effe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Component Engineer?question toggle

    A Component Engineer evaluates and manages the parts and materials used in products, helping ensure they meet design, reliability, quality, compliance, and lifecycle requirements.

  • What does a Component Engineer do day to day?question toggle

    Daily work may include reviewing specifications and datasheets, qualifying components, coordinating with suppliers and design teams, maintaining approved parts lists, and resolving reliability or obsolescence issues.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Component Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles call for a bachelor’s degree in an engineering field and relevant experience with components, product development, quality, or manufacturing. Requirements differ by employer and industry.

  • Which industries hire Component Engineers?question toggle

    Common industries include aerospace, automotive, electronics, telecommunications, medical devices, and industrial manufacturing.

  • How can I find Component Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to search vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more, then filter and compare roles based on location, experience, and specialization.