Component Engineer

Socket.dev; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

WHOOP in Boston, MA is seeking a Component Engineer to ensure electronic components meet performance, reliability, and cost targets. You will own selection, qualification, lifecycle management, and risk mitigation while partnering with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, quality, and external suppliers.

This role supports both new product development and sustaining programs, developing scalable processes for component decisions, BOM health, and supplier collaboration across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in electronic component engineering or hardware engineering.
• Strong knowledge of electronic components and their applications.
• Experience with component selection, qualification, lifecycle management, and testing.
• Familiarity with BOM management, obsolescence, and Product Change Notifications.

Responsibilities

• Research, evaluate, select, and qualify electronic components for new product development and sustaining programs.
• Own component lifecycle and supply risk management, including CTS and obsolescence planning.
• Maintain component libraries, specifications, lifecycle data, and BOM health information with cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and procurement to resolve technical issues and drive improvements.
• Engage with component manufacturers and distributors to evaluate technologies and develop sourcing strategies.
• Develop and continuously improve processes for component selection, qualification, standardization, lifecycle management, and data quality.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience

Tools

PLM systems

Job description

At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock and inspire performance for life. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives.

WHOOP is hiring a Component Engineer to help ensure the electronic components that power our products meet the highest standards for performance, reliability, quality, cost, and supply continuity. In this role, you will own critical aspects of component selection, qualification, lifecycle management, and risk mitigation while partnering closely with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, quality, and external suppliers. You will support both new product development and sustaining programs, helping WHOOP make informed component decisions and build scalable processes that strengthen our hardware development and manufacturing ecosystem.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research, evaluate, select, and qualify electronic components for new product development and sustaining programs, ensuring alignment with design, performance, reliability, regulatory, and cost requirements.

• Own component lifecycle and supply risk management, including technical triage of Product Change Notifications, obsolescence planning, alternate component qualification, single-source risk mitigation, and supply continuity initiatives.

• Maintain and improve component libraries, specifications, lifecycle data, and BOM health information in partnership with Procurement and cross-functional teams, ensuring accurate visibility into component status, sourcing risk, alternate availability, and other key attributes.

• Partner with electrical engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and procurement teams to resolve component-related technical issues, support failure analysis and root cause investigations, and identify opportunities for cost, quality, and reliability improvements.

• Collaborate directly with component manufacturers, distributors, and external partners to evaluate technologies, resolve technical issues, develop alternate sources, and support component qualification and sourcing strategies.

• Develop and continuously improve processes for component selection, qualification, standardization, lifecycle management, compliance, and data quality across both NPI and sustaining programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

• 5+ years of experience in electronic component engineering, component management, electrical engineering, or a related hardware engineering role.

• Strong knowledge of electronic components such as semiconductors, resistors, capacitors, connectors, and other electrical components, including their applications, manufacturing considerations, and use in electronic designs.

• Experience with component selection, qualification, lifecycle management, electrical testing, reliability requirements, failure analysis, and alternate component evaluation.

• Familiarity with component lifecycle and BOM management practices, including obsolescence, Product Change Notifications, sourcing risk, alternate availability, and component management or PLM systems.

• Working knowledge of relevant industry and regulatory requirements such as RoHS, UL, IPC, and other standards applicable to electronic hardware products.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to identify technical or supply risks and drive cross-functional actions through resolution in a fast-paced hardware environment.

• Strong commitment to embracing and leveraging AI tools in day-to-day tasks, ensuring AI-assisted work aligns with the same high-quality standards as personal contributions.

This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office.

WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibilityThe WHOOP compensation philosophy is designed to attract, motivate, and retain exceptional talent by offering competitive base salaries, meaningful equity, and consistent pay practices that reflect our mission and core values.

At WHOOP, we view total compensation as the combination of base salary, equity, and benefits, with equity serving as a key differentiator that aligns our employees with the long-term success of the company and allows every member of our corporate team to own part of WHOOP and share in the company’s long-term growth and success.

The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $150,000 - $195,000. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within each range, individual pay is based on factors such as job-related skills, experience, performance, and relevant education or training. In addition to the base salary, the successful candidate will also receive benefits and a generous equity package. These ranges may be modified in the future to reflect evolving market conditions and organizational needs. While most offers will typically fall toward the starting point of the range, total compensation will depend on the candidate’s specific qualifications, expertise, and alignment with the role’s requirements.