Component Engineer

Location: St. Petersburg/Tampa, FL

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.

How will you make an impact?

Serve as the technical focal point for component selection, qualification, and supplier-related component issues by supporting Engineering, Project Management, Purchasing, and Manufacturing teams. Drive cost reduction, improve component standardization, and ensure the selection of high-quality, reliable components that support customer requirements and manufacturing objectives.

What will you do?

Support Design Engineering, Project Management, and Purchasing teams in identifying, sourcing, and implementing new or alternate components.

Evaluate alternate components to ensure equal or improved performance, quality, and cost effectiveness.

Drive component cost reduction initiatives without compromising product quality or reliability.

Serve as the primary point of contact for quality and functional issues related to purchased components.

Investigate component-related manufacturing issues and coordinate resolutions with suppliers and manufacturers.

Develop, implement, and maintain a Component Data Module to support component standardization and data integrity.

Ensure accurate component information, descriptions, and approved manufacturer data are maintained within company systems.

Identify opportunities to leverage common components across multiple customer programs.

Monitor supplier quality performance, including Parts Per Million (PPM) defect metrics.

Work directly with suppliers to resolve component quality concerns and improve overall supplier performance.

Support supplier certification programs, including Dock-to-Stock initiatives.

Develop and support supplier selection strategies that drive cost savings and supply chain efficiency.

Proactively communicate component-related risks, cost impacts, and manufacturability concerns to stakeholders.

Collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to support product development and production requirements.

Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position.

Comply with all procedures within the company security policy.

May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

How will you get here?

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.

Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Experience

• Experience in Component Engineering, Electronics Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Product Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
• Experience supporting component qualification, sourcing, or supplier management activities preferred.
• Experience working with electronic components, electromechanical components, or manufacturing materials preferred.
• Experience interacting with suppliers and manufacturers to resolve quality or technical issues preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of electronic, electrical, and electromechanical components and their applications.
• Understanding of component qualification, component lifecycle management, and supplier quality processes.
• Ability to evaluate alternate components for performance, reliability, quality, availability, and cost.
• Knowledge of supplier performance metrics and quality improvement methodologies.
• Ability to analyze component-related failures and coordinate corrective actions with suppliers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to develop and maintain technical databases and component information systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare correspondence and documentation.
• Advanced PC skills, including Microsoft Office applications and enterprise software systems.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand technical documentation, visual aids, and specifications.
• Ability to analyze data, calculate ratios, percentages, and trends, and interpret graphical information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• U.S. Citizenship required to work at this specific site.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industries.
• Experience supporting Approved Manufacturer Lists (AMLs) and component qualification programs.
• Knowledge of component lifecycle management, obsolescence management, and alternate component qualification.
• Experience with supplier quality management and supplier development initiatives.
• Familiarity with ERP, PLM, MRP, or component database management systems.
• Experience driving cost reduction and component standardization initiatives.
• Knowledge of electronic component reliability, quality standards, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience working directly with component manufacturers and distributors.
• What Can Jabil Offer You?
• Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options

401K Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Adoption Assistance

Annual Merit Increases

Community Volunteer Opportunities

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