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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$146K - $215K *

Lead the charge in developing supplier capabilities and operational readiness, driving performance improvements through strategic initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality, cost, a...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Lead a team of Supplier Development Engineers to enhance supplier capabilities, drive performance improvements, and ensure operational readiness for wiring assemblies, supporting business growth and e...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Drive supplier development excellence by leading a team focused on enhancing manufacturing capabilities, operational readiness, and performance improvement strategies to support business growth and in...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Drive supplier development excellence by leading a team focused on enhancing manufacturing capabilities, operational readiness, and performance improvement strategies to support business growth and in...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Transform supplier capabilities by leading a team focused on manufacturing excellence, risk management, and operational readiness. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance supplier performance and suppo...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Drive your career forward by leading a team focused on enhancing supplier capabilities and operational readiness. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement strategies that ensure quality, efficiency...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $240K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Lead the global portfolio strategy and execution for controls and connected products. Drive product development, market insights, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance customer value and achie...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Join us to lead global portfolio strategy and product delivery for controls and connected products. Drive cross-functional execution, shape market insights, and enhance customer value while ensuring s...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Oversee the global portfolio strategy and product roadmap for controls and connected products, ensuring successful delivery and alignment with market needs to drive revenue growth and competitive diff...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading global portfolio strategy and product delivery for controls and connected products. Drive cross-functional execution, market insights, and lifecycle management to enhance c...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $194K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $165K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $187K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $290K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   11 - 15 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.