Component Engineer

Jabil; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil in Penang, Malaysia seeks a Component Engineer to oversee the selection, qualification, and management of electronic and mechanical components used in product designs and manufacturing processes.

The role ensures component quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness while supporting new product introduction and sustaining engineering efforts. Collaboration with suppliers and cross-functional teams is essential to meet customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field.
• 1-3 years of experience in component engineering, applications engineering, or a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of various electronic components (e.g., semiconductors, passive components, connectors) and/or mechanical components (e.g., enclosures, fasteners, electromechanical parts).
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (e.g., IPC, RoHS, REACH).
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting datasheets, and technical drawings.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-function teams and external suppliers.
• Experience with PLM/PDM systems (e.g., SAP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide Environmental consultation and reporting services respective Internal Business Units or/end Customers.
• Keep up‑to-date new or revised Environmental related Regulations (ROHS, REACH, Conflict Minerals, Cobalt, etc)
• Provide material composition documentation training to new suppliers for successful environmental data collection
• Scrub customers BOM (Bill of Material) against MCR internal databases on existing data available
• Send request to Manufacturers/Suppliers for Material Composition Data from the supply base
• To monitor and follow up closely with Manufacturers/Suppliers on data submission progress.
• Escalate the unsupportive Manufacturers/Suppliers when necessary.
• To meet Customers project dateline and requirements.
• Review and ensure Manufacturers/Suppliers submitted declared documents are met the acceptance criteria.
• Upload declared documents into relevant databases for generate report and record purposes.
• Extract and compile the finalized Material Composition Reporting reports (both standard and customized) to meet Customers' requirements.
• Maintain and ensure regular updates the Master Table in databases
• Upload all declared documents into relevant databases for report
• Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Component knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PLM/PDM (e.g., SAP)

Job description

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

Job Summary

The Component Engineer at Jabil, Inc. is responsible for the selection, qualification, and management of electronic and mechanical components used in Jabil's product designs and manufacturing processes. This role ensures component quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness while supporting new product introduction and sustaining engineering efforts.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide Environmental consultation and reporting services respective Internal Business Units or/and end Customers.
• Keep up‑to‑date new or revised Environmental related Regulations (ROHS, REACH, Conflict Minerals, Cobalt, etc)
• Provide material composition documentation training to new suppliers for successful environmental data collection
• Scrub customers BOM (Bill of Material) against MCR internal databases on existing data available
• Send request to Manufacturers/Suppliers for Material Composition Data from the supply base
• To monitor and follow up closely with Manufacturers/Suppliers on data submission progress.
• Escalate the unsupportive Manufacturers/Suppliers when necessary.
• To meet Customers project dateline and requirements.
• Review and ensure Manufacturers/Suppliers submitted declared documents are met the acceptance criteria.
• Upload declared documents into relevant databases for generate report and record purposes.
• Extract and compile the finalized Material Composition Reporting reports (both standard and customized) to meet Customers' requirements.
• Maintain and ensure regular updates the Master Table in databases
• Upload all declared documents into relevant databases for report
• Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field.
• 1-3 years of experience in component engineering, applications engineering, or a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of various electronic components (e.g., semiconductors, passive components, connectors) and/or mechanical components (e.g., enclosures, fasteners, electromechanical parts).
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (e.g., IPC, RoHS, REACH).
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting datasheets, and technical drawings.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-function teams and external suppliers.
• Experience with PLM/PDM systems (e.g., SAP) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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