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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$150K - $180K *

Reimagine the future of high-performance computing by owning the design and implementation of cutting-edge memory subsystems, driving innovation in distributed memory fabrics and controllers for unpre...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential by designing cutting-edge memory subsystems for high-performance computing. Collaborate on innovative solutions that drive the future of memory architecture and enhance system ef...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Pioneer innovative memory subsystem architectures for cutting-edge, high-bandwidth systems. Drive design and implementation of distributed memory fabrics and controllers, ensuring optimal performance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $177K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative engineering solutions. Oversee project management and technical leadership for complex engineering projects, ensuring alignment with customer need...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $220K *

Join a collaborative team to own and elevate the web presence through design and interactive experiences, ensuring brand consistency and performance while utilizing modern frameworks and technologies...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $105K *

Transform your career by executing engineering tasks in electronics manufacturing. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes, support new product introductions, and enhance production efficiency wh...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $200K *

Lead product strategy and execution for low voltage superconducting systems, translating customer needs into actionable requirements. Collaborate with engineering and commercial teams to drive product...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$65K - $98K *

Join a team that's transforming industrial automation through innovative electrical and instrumentation design. Collaborate with experts to develop PLC programs and HMI interfaces, gaining hands-on ex...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Shape innovative PCB designs for high-voltage power supplies, collaborating with engineers to ensure quality and compliance. Engage in prototyping, documentation, and continuous improvement in a hands...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $160K *

Champion the integration of software and firmware in UAVs, driving cross-functional collaboration and technical milestones. Leverage your engineering expertise to ensure seamless delivery and validati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $160K *

Lead and inspire a high-performing engineering team, driving software excellence and innovation while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance scalable solutions in a dynamic cloud-native Sa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Optimize our design process by leading cohesive API architecture and innovative product launches. Collaborate closely with engineering to create systems that enhance user experience and drive impactfu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$123K - $160K *

Pioneer innovative deployment patterns and tooling for secure, efficient application delivery. Collaborate across teams to enhance developer experience and drive AI adoption, ensuring reliable operati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Develop and enhance control software for complex power conversion systems. This hands-on role requires model-based control software expertise and collaboration across engineering teams to ensure relia...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$82K - $193K *

Drive transformative PLM initiatives by architecting scalable Siemens Teamcenter solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and engineering excellence across global enterprises through collaboration...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $216K *

Optimize digital transformation by leading AI, automation, and enterprise application solutions. Collaborate across departments to boost productivity and reduce reliance on key personnel while ensurin...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Develop reliable embedded firmware for avionics systems, collaborating with engineers to ensure seamless integration and performance under demanding conditions. Drive innovation in low-latency applica...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Elevate the visual and interactive quality of web properties by collaborating with design and engineering teams. Own the design system, create dynamic UI components, and enhance user experiences throu...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $286K *

Empower innovation by joining a skilled team of engineers focused on developing high-speed serial-link physical IP. Contribute to mixed-signal design, verification, and testing, driving projects from...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic engineering team, leading mechanical systems development, driving sustainable innovations, and enhancing collaboration for optimal production efficiency and localizati...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $189K *

Shape the future of industrial engineering by delivering precise instrumentation designs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project specifications, schedules, and quality standards ar...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform alloy breakthroughs into market-ready products by leading hands-on testing and characterization. Collaborate with engineers and labs to ensure quality and innovation in product development...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $230K *

Transform the future of silicon verification by developing advanced test designs and automation for cutting-edge technologies, while collaborating closely with EDA vendors and engineering teams to ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $230K *

Drive the development and testing of advanced silicon verification decks, utilizing your expertise in Calibre and programming to enhance existing infrastructures and support cutting-edge technology pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $230K *

Advance your career by developing and validating silicon verification decks. Collaborate with teams to define tools and enhance EDA infrastructures while mentoring engineers in automated processes and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.