Electronic Component Engineer

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Altium component library, creating schematic symbols and footprints to IPC standards.
• Synchronize the MRP system, ideally IFS or equivalent, with the Altium component database.
• Identify, evaluate and qualify components for new designs using CAD and simulation tools.
• Ensure component selections comply with IPC, JEDEC, RoHS and REACH standards.
• Monitor obsolescence risks, recommend alternatives and support lifecycle planning.
• Review and report RoHS and REACH status for legacy designs.
• Maintain component databases and BOM integrity from prototype through production.
• Obtain technical data, samples and reliability documentation from suppliers.
• Coordinate with design and procurement teams on programme, cost and availability goals.
• Support failure analysis, root-cause investigations, reliability testing and validation.
• Maintain technical documentation, datasheets, qualification reports and work procedures.
• Ensure component traceability and compliance with internal and external standards.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years’ experience in component engineering, electronics design or a closely related role.
• Strong hands-on proficiency with Altium is essential.
• Solid understanding of passive, active and electromechanical components.
• Experience with component libraries, BOMs, MRP/ERP systems and supplier documentation.
• Good knowledge of RoHS, REACH and environmental compliance standards.
• Strong analytical, documentation and cross-functional communication skills.

Desirable experience

• Exposure to aerospace, medical devices or automotive high-reliability sectors is desirable.
• Knowledge of sustainable design practices and green compliance requirements is desirable.
• IPC CID certification or equivalent is desirable.

Application

• Applicants are asked to submit a CV outlining Altium, component engineering and relevant sector experience.