Senior Electrical Engineer (Electronic Components)

ZETTLER GROUP; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of electronic components is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to manage component selection and compliance while providing technical support to customers. The role requires a BS in Engineering and 5-10 years of experience, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to read technical blueprints. This position emphasizes communication skills, organization, and teamwork in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years customer-facing experience in a related field.
• Proficient in reading mechanical and electrical blueprints.
• Solid understanding of basic electrical and mechanical control systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-sales technical support from opportunity discovery through design-win.
• Resolve customer quality issues in accordance with company values.
• Generate and maintain product documentation and presentations.
• Coordinate with factories on design concepts for new products.
• Maintain internal component database accuracy.
• Manage product safety certifications and compliance documentation.
• Support customers with technical inquiries regarding components.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organization skills

Ability to multi-task

Creative problem-solving abilities

Education

BS in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer (Electronic Components)

The Senior Electrical Engineer (Electronic Components) is responsible for the selection, qualification, and maintenance of electronic and electromechanical components to support product design, manufacturing, and customer applications. The role ensures component compliance, reliability, and cost optimization across the product lifecycle.

Objectives of the Role:

Grow and maintain business with best-in-class sales, applications, and customer quality engineering.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide pre‑sales technical support from opportunity discovery through design‑win; provide customers with ongoing technical support as needed to maintain business.
• Resolve customer quality issues or difficulties in a manner that is consistent with the company mission, values, and financial objectives. This includes 8D/CAR reports and dispositioning of RMA material in corporation with our factories.
• Generate and maintain product documentation, presentations, and website collateral.
• Coordinate with factories on design concepts and technology used for new products or improvement for existing ones.
• Maintain internal component database and ensure accuracy of technical attributes.
• Manage product safety certifications and compliance documentation.
• Support customers and sales with technical inquiries regarding components or substitutions.

Supervision

Works under general supervision as part of the Engineering department; may provide technical guidance to junior engineers or technicians.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Requires BS in Engineering or related technical field and 5‑10 yrs customer‑facing experience in related field.
• Must have proficient level Microsoft Office experience such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams.
• Must be able to read mechanical and electrical blueprints and have a solid understanding of basic electrical and mechanical control systems.
• Ability to read and write English.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi‑task and balance multiple assignments.
• Professional approach utilizing good judgment and creative problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promote the Company’s safety standards.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to travel.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Company Description

Zettler Group is a leading provider of advanced electronic components and solutions, specializing in relays, displays, and transformers. We are dedicated to delivering innovative products and exceptional customer service to clients globally.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing