Component Engineer - Alternate Parts

RGBSI; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

RGBSI in Bengaluru invites applications for a Component Engineer focusing on alternate parts qualification, testing and evaluation to secure reliable supply and performance for electronic assemblies. The role requires coordinating with suppliers, evaluating data sheets and ensuring compliance with standards.

You will identify second sources, prepare detailed comparison reports, propose form-fit-function alternates, and support design reviews with DFMEA inputs to improve product reliability and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Engineering with 4–12 years in Electrical/ electromechanical components.
• Experience in alternate parts qualification, testing and evaluation.
• Ability to identify second sources for material availability and cost reduction.
• Familiarity with BOM management tools and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify alternate/replacement parts for components.
• Lead efforts to identify second sources for availability and cost reduction.
• Perform alternate component searches and provide comparison reports.
• Suggest form-fit-functional alternates for risk/ sole source components.
• Provide inputs on component selection to design reviews and DFMEA.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing and supply chain on component issues.

Skills

Electrical components parameters

Component data sheets

Testing uncertainty

Alternate parts qualification

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

Silicon Expert

IHS

PLM

RoHS/REACH

Job description

Component Engineer - Alternate Parts

Eligibility Criteria:

• Bachelors in Engineering with minimum 4 to 12 years of experience in Electrical/ Electromechanical, component engineering alternate parts component qualification, testing and evaluation.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Identify and perform Electrical, Electronics and Electromechanical alternate/replacement parts qualification, testing and validation
• Initiate and lead efforts to identify and qualify second sources for material availability, cost reduction and reliability improvement.
• Perform Alternate component search and provide a detailed Component comparison report and should be a self-decision maker on component attributes.
• Suggestion of Form Fit Functional alternates for Risk / Sole source or single source components.
• Provide inputs on component selection to new designs to improve product reliability by participating in design reviews and DFMEA.
• Liaise with Manufacturing and supply chain and work on Component related problem reports in solving and implementing.
• Own the completed component evaluation, guide team on component related specification issues in finding solutions.

Mandatory Skills:

• Understanding of end to end parameters of Electrical/ Electromechanical components such as Passive, Discrete, Integrated circuits, Connectors, Cables, Fuses, Relays, Switches, RF generators, Sensors, Adapters/Filters, Cable Assemblies and all other PCBA Components etc.
• Expert knowledge in Electrical component parameters and it’s significant impact on product performance.
• Review and interpret component data sheets and its significance on product performance
• Dealing with uncertainty during testing of alternate/replacement components

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of BOM Management tools like Silicon Expert and IHS
• Experience with PLM, Library management and Various Industry standards such RoHS, REACH, UL, CE, CSA, IPC, SEMI etc.
• Experience with documentation standards.
• Knowledge of schematic, PCB (Printed Circuit Board) development and mechanical component evaluation
• Familiarity with manufacturing and Design environments