Component Engineer

LE300 Optiva (India) Technologies Pvt. Ltd.; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

LE300 Optiva (India) Technologies Pvt. Ltd. is looking for a Component Engineer (Contract) to manage component lifecycle risks across hardware platforms. The role involves EOL/NRND risk identification, alternate component qualification, and collaboration with hardware, firmware, and supply-chain teams.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, and experience as a Component Engineer with the ability to assess and qualify components effectively. Strong communication skills and proactive risk identification are key.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a Component Engineer or Sustaining Engineer.
• Demonstrated experience managing EOL/lifecycle risk in production hardware.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage EOL, NRND risks for production components.
• Research and propose alternative components.
• Create and maintain approved alternates and sourcing strategies.

Skills

Component Engineering & Lifecycle

Tools & Systems

Technical Competence

Communication & Execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering

Tools

Arena PLM

Z2Data

Altium Designer

Job description

We’re seeking a Component Engineer (Contract) to proactively manage component lifecycle risk across multiple hardware platforms. This role focuses on EOL/NRND risk identification, alternate component qualification, and BOM health management using tools such as Z2Data, Arena PLM, and Altium. The engineer will work closely with hardware, firmware/software, manufacturing, and supply‑chain teams to ensure continuity of supply and minimize disruptive redesigns. This is a hands‑on, technical role, not an administrative BOM function.

Key Responsibilities

• Component Lifecycle & Obsolescence Management
  • Proactively monitor EOL, NRND, PCN, and LTB notifications using Z2Data (and similar tools)
  • Identify components at risk before they impact production or new designs
  • Maintain and periodically scrub BOMs for lifecycle health and supply risk
  • Own component‑related actions for sustaining engineering programs
• Alternate Component Identification & Qualification
  • Research and propose form‑fit‑function compatible alternates
  • Perform technical suitability assessments (electrical, mechanical, thermal, compliance)
  • Coordinate with hardware and firmware teams to evaluate impact of alternates
  • Support qualification activities (documentation, testing requirements, supplier data)
• BOM, PLM, and Change Management
  • Create and maintain approved alternates and sourcing strategies in Arena PLM
  • Author and manage ECRs/ECOs for adding alternate components, deprecating obsolete or high‑risk parts, and updating compliance or sourcing data
  • Ensure BOMs align across Altium (design) and Arena (release/manufacturing)
• Compliance & Documentation
  • Maintain component‑level compliance data (RoHS, REACH, etc.)
  • Support product‑level compliance needs by ensuring accurate component records
  • Review and release component‑related documentation as part of ECOs
• Cross‑Functional & Supplier Collaboration
  • Work closely with hardware engineering (schematics, PCB impact), firmware/software teams (pin/functionality changes), and manufacturing/contract manufacturers (availability, substitutions)
  • Interface with distributors and manufacturers when validating alternates

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years experience as a Component Engineer, Sustaining Engineer, or similar role
• Demonstrated experience managing EOL/lifecycle risk in production hardware

Required Skills & Experience

• Component Engineering & Lifecycle
  • Strong understanding of passive and active components, manufacturer part numbering and attributes, lifecycle states (Active, NRND, EOL)
  • Proven experience qualifying alternate components for released products
• Tools & Systems
  • Hands‑on experience with Arena PLM (ECR/ECO workflows, alternates, sourcing)
  • Experience using Z2Data or similar lifecycle intelligence tools
  • Familiarity with Altium Designer or equivalent ECAD tools (read/review level)
• Technical Competence
  • Ability to assess alternate parts against electrical specifications, pin compatibility and package differences, application‑specific constraints, and PCB design implications (footprints, derating, spacing)
• Communication & Execution
  • Clear written and verbal communication for ECOs and technical tradeoffs
  • Comfortable working across engineering, operations, and supply‑chain teams
  • Self‑directed and proactive, able to identify risks without waiting for issues

Nice‑to‑Have (Not Required)

• Experience working with contract manufacturers
• Familiarity with medical, industrial, or regulated products
• Experience supporting multi‑product sustaining portfolios