Hardware Component Engineer: Lifecycle & Obsolescence

Philips; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 101,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

generous PTO

401k (up to 7% match)

HSA (with company contribution)

stock purchase plan

education reimbursement

Job summary

Philips is seeking a Hardware Component Engineer to manage lifecycle, obsolescence risk, and supplier design changes. You will partner with CM, procurement, and planning teams to secure material availability and on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes ownership of electro-mechanical components, PDLM-driven projects, and cross-functional collaboration in an onsite environment. A Lean Six Sigma certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Operations or Engineering field.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in manufacturing/industrial engineering environments.
• Lean Six Sigma Certification required.
• Must meet physical, cognitive and environmental job requirements.

Responsibilities

• Own proactive lifecycle management of electrical, electronic, and electromechanical components, including BOM health and obsolescence risk.
• Lead design/process changes at supplier sites with PDLM-managed projects.
• Collaborate with CM, procurement and supply chain teams to improve on-time delivery and material availability.

Skills

Component lifecycle management

Supply chain coordination

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering or Manufacturing/Operations

Master’s in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics or equivalent

Tools

Lean Six Sigma Certification

Job description

Philips is seeking a Hardware Component Engineer to manage lifecycle, obsolescence risk, and supplier design changes. You will partner with CM, procurement, and planning teams to secure material availability and on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes ownership of electro-mechanical components, PDLM-driven projects, and cross-functional collaboration in an onsite environment. A Lean Six Sigma certification is preferred.