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Description:

The component engineer will work with engineering teams to assist in determining replacements for obsolete electronics components, materials and mechanical components from preferred vendors.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and improve obsolescence process and documentation

• Lead the effort for Product and Component Engineering team to create effective component engineering processes overall

• Complete all Component Engineering tasks including: selecting alternate parts, reviewing component requirements to verify replacement parts can satisfy requests (with engineering support), manage inventory part numbers, maintain internal databases and maintain Approved Parts Lists

• Focus efforts on simplicity, clarity, and consistently present 100% up to date information on all reports

• Analyze and respond to technical and non-technical questions accurately and clearly

• Focus on cost reduction and analysis efforts whenever possible, but does not negotiate price with suppliers and is careful to maintain a high ethical standards when dealing with suppliers

• Attend and participate in Obsolescence Meetings, Design Reviews, Material Review Board (MRB), Failure Review Boards (FRB), Change Review Boards (CRB)

• Keep current on all Component Engineering issues and create reports to clarify current issues when needed

• Evaluate results of cost comparisons of components between vendors

• Support procurement team in parts acquisition (generate RFPs)

Skills & Qualifications:

Must-haves:

• Experience evaluating manufacturing components

• Understanding of component/system reliability

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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