Exciting Opportunity: Component Engineer
Location: Sussex, UK
About The Company: Our client is a leading company dedicated to innovation in electronic design, shaping the future of technology. Join their dynamic team and play a pivotal role in managing electronic components to drive excellence in our designs.
Main Objectives: Managing the electronic components in use and those under consideration for introduction in new designs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Streamlining the usage of current components to minimise redundancy.
- Harmonising component part numbering systems for efficiency.
- Collaborating with Purchasing to resolve component sourcing challenges.
- Ensuring the quality and reliability of electronic components, while managing and minimising component obsolescence.
- Identifying alternative component sources and conducting testing and evaluation for new and existing designs.
- Maintaining comprehensive technical documentation for all components to facilitate procurement.
- Partnering with design teams to select cost-effective components that meet regulatory standards.
- Investigating component failures in collaboration with Quality and suppliers, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:
- Background in electronic design with some exposure to purchasing.
- Professional or academic qualification in electronic engineering.
- Demonstrated experience in component engineering.
- Technical proficiency in component engineering principles.
- Familiarity with electronic, electro-mechanical, and mechanical components.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration.
- Confident, motivated, and well-organised with meticulous attention to detail.
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave plus eight public holidays.
- Eligibility for Profit Share Scheme.
- Life Assurance covering three times salary.
- Long service awards and festive season bonus.
- Flexible working options and early finish every Friday.
- On-site free unlimited hot drinks.
Health and Well-being:
- Cash Plan for everyday healthcare costs.
- Well-being Support App (MProve Yourself).
- Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
Cost Saving and Discount Schemes:
- Savings and discounts on Microsoft Office products.
Solutions for the Future:
- 3% Pension Salary Sacrifice Contribution.
- Option to opt into a financial advice service.
Join The Team: If you're passionate about electronic design and component engineering and seek a supportive environment to thrive in, we invite you to apply and become part of our clients innovative journey. Grow your career and contribute to shaping the future of technology!