Component Engineer 1

Garmin; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible for Garmin's benefit program

Job summary

Garmin is looking for a full-time Component Engineer 1 at its U.S. headquarters in Olathe, Kansas. This role involves managing component libraries and collaborating across departments to ensure high-quality and cost-effective components.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Electronics Technology or related field and a strong academic record. Responsibilities include promoting preferred components, maintaining specifications, and working with suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electronics Technology or a related field.
• Excellent academics (GPA ≥ 3.0).
• Understanding of electrical component characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality, reliable, and cost-effective components.
• Release and maintain component specification control drawings.
• Promote the use of preferred components.

Skills

Understanding of key electrical component characteristics

Proficiency using PC systems and applications

Basic knowledge of electrical component applications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electronics Technology or related field

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Component Engineer 1 at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting multiple departments through component library management including second source identification, communicating supplier/part status, and providing resources to improve component selection.

Essential Functions

• Participates in ensuring that components used in Garmin products are high-quality, reliable, and cost-effective
• Releases and maintains component specification control drawings and component data for assigned components
• Promotes the use of preferred components and provides alternate passive component recommendations, upon request
• Appropriately notifies stakeholders for basic PCNs
• Works closely with Engineering, Purchasing, Quality Assurance, and suppliers on all component issues
• Completes small, assigned projects within commodities

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electronics Technology or related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Demonstrates understanding of key electrical component characteristics
• Possesses basic knowledge of electrical component applications
• Demonstrates proficiency using PC systems and applications

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
• Electronic component purchasing experience
• Experience in Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical methods, quality standards and best practices
• Familiarity with electronic manufacturing processes, particularly Surface Mount Technology (SMT)
• Familiarity with various component manufacturing processes
• Proficient troubleshooting and "bench skills"

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits