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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$115K - $163K *

Lead the charge in hardware security innovation by designing, implementing, and supporting advanced security solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product trustworthiness and t...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Engage in the design and execution of comprehensive testing strategies for optical transmission systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system integrity and performance, while drivi...

Markham, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and execute comprehensive test plans for optical transmission systems, ensuring high performance and reliability through innovative verification practices and automation...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for optical transmission systems, ensuring system specifications are met through collaboration and automation. Validate performance and reliability while e...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $200K *

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$120K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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$81K - $122K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K - $143K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $143K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $143K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $143K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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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.