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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$140K - $150K *

Drive innovative process design and optimization in chemical engineering. Collaborate with a multi-discipline team to deliver effective solutions, ensuring safety and operability throughout all projec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading CAD and EDA tool development to enhance semiconductor design flows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive AI innovation and improve engineering productivity and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $178K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of advanced microelectronics packaging solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to innovate and optimize System-In-Packages (SiP) for diverse ap...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $282K *

Champion the evolution of network architectures, enhancing technology portfolios through innovative designs and strategic analysis. Drive engineering projects, mentor teams, and align solutions with b...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $282K *

Champion the evolution of network and service architectures, enhancing technology portfolios through detailed design, analysis, and strategic implementation. Drive impactful engineering projects while...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $282K *

Lead the charge in developing and evolving network architectures to enhance technology portfolios. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive engineering projects, ensuring alignment with busine...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of semiconductor projects by managing installations and cross-functional coordination to meet quality, safety, and budget goals. Lead project execution methodologies and drive continu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $194K *

Drive sustaining engineering efforts for military aircraft logistics systems, ensuring data integrity and system availability. Collaborate across teams to enhance capabilities for global supply chain...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Manage manufacturing projects by overseeing schedules, resources, and risk mitigation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure program success and implement process improvements while mainta...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Empower cross-functional collaboration as a key integrator, driving the alignment of requirements and solutions across diverse teams. Leverage your expertise to enhance operational efficiency and supp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Empower cross-functional teams by leading integration efforts, ensuring alignment of requirements and solutions across business areas. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver effective ERP solutions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Lead the charge in integrating functional teams to enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate across business areas to define requirements, develop specifications, and support the deployment of innov...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Drive cross-functional collaboration to deliver integrated solutions, ensuring compliance with contract requirements. Support multiple teams by creating functional specifications and aligning processe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $243K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements, support agile processes, and drive successful project outco...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Join a dynamic team to drive functional integration across operations, ensuring alignment of requirements and solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance product delivery and support the devel...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Contribute to cross-functional integration by collaborating with teams to define and document requirements, ensuring alignment across business areas, and supporting the development and deployment of E...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Drive cross-functional collaboration to enhance operational efficiency and deliver integrated solutions. Engage with diverse teams to align requirements, support development, and ensure successful dep...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Drive the integration of functional teams to enhance operational efficiency, ensuring compliance with contract requirements. Collaborate across business areas to develop specifications and support the...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Join a dynamic team as a Functional Integrator, collaborating across business areas to streamline operations, enhance product delivery, and support agile development. Drive functional specifications a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Join a dynamic team as a Functional Integrator, collaborating across business areas to streamline operations, enhance product delivery, and support agile development. Drive functional specifications a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and execution of the Fleet Ballistic Missile Program. Drive accountability and strategic focus throughout the program lifecycle...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Drive compliance excellence by leading cross-functional teams in regulatory navigation, process alignment, and specifications development to enhance Global Trade Services capabilities in a fast-paced...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Shape success by coordinating engineering projects, ensuring integration, managing schedules, and resolving issues across teams. Drive operational readiness for major milestones while collaborating wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Lead the charge in guiding cross-functional teams through complex compliance challenges. Collaborate on functional specifications and support Agile development to ensure high-quality product delivery...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions by managing project execution, cost, and schedule, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of technical activities and e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.