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Protingent

Component Engineer 3

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$70 - $75/hr

Component Engineer 3 Position Description : Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Component Engineer 3with our client located in Sunnyvale, CA. * Responsible for ensuring suppliers meet our ...

Raytheon

Senior Electrical Component Engineer

San Jose, CA

$126K - $164.10K/yr

We are looking for an Electrical Component Engineer to join our team in Tucson, AZ. The selected candidate will perform and/or assist in the performance of Parts Engineering, Components Engineering ...

Raytheon

Senior Electrical Component Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$115.80K - $150.90K/yr

We are looking for an Electrical Component Engineer to join our team in Tucson, AZ. The selected candidate will perform and/or assist in the performance of Parts Engineering, Components Engineering ...

Raytheon

Senior Electrical Component Engineer

San Diego, CA

$114.10K - $148.60K/yr

We are looking for an Electrical Component Engineer to join our team in Tucson, AZ. The selected candidate will perform and/or assist in the performance of Parts Engineering, Components Engineering ...

DGN Technologies

Component Engineer 3

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

The mission of Supplier Engineering is to deliver high-quality components to our production lines ... assembly and component levels. Strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent ...

TalentBurst, Inc.

Component Engineer 4

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

Component Engineer 4 Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Hybrid) Duration: 1 year Description: The mission of Supplier Engineering is to ensure high quality and stable delivery of purchased production ...

Cisco

Senior Optical Component Engineer

San Jose, CA

$151.20K - $195.70K/yr

What You'll Do Cisco is looking for a Senior Optical Component Engineer to lead optical device and assembly process qualification for Cisco's optical transport and optical transceiver products. You ...

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How much do component engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for component engineer in California is $52.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.69 and $61.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Component Engineer job?

A Component Engineer is responsible for selecting, evaluating, and managing electronic and mechanical components used in product designs. They ensure component availability, reliability, and compliance with industry standards. Their role involves working closely with design, procurement, and manufacturing teams to optimize component selection for cost and performance. Component Engineers also help mitigate risks related to obsolescence and supply chain disruptions by identifying alternative parts and manufacturers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Component Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Component Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical or mechanical engineering principles, with a relevant bachelor’s degree and experience in component selection and analysis. Familiarity with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems, CAD tools, and industry standards such as RoHS and IPC is commonly required, and certifications like Six Sigma can be advantageous. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams help set you apart. These capabilities are crucial for ensuring high-quality, cost-effective component choices that meet both engineering specifications and compliance requirements.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Component Engineer?

As a Component Engineer, your daily responsibilities typically involve selecting and qualifying electronic or mechanical components, maintaining the approved parts list, and ensuring component compliance with industry standards and regulations. You’ll collaborate closely with design, procurement, and quality assurance teams to resolve issues related to part obsolescence, sourcing, and cost optimization. Reviewing technical documentation, analyzing failure data, and providing design support are also regular parts of the role. This position offers a dynamic mix of hands-on technical work and cross-functional communication within a fast-paced engineering environment.
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Infographic showing various Component Engineer job openings in California as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,091 per year, or $52.9 per hour.
Low Voltage Component Engineer

Low Voltage Component Engineer

ALTEN Technology USA

Long Beach, CA

$120K - $145K/yr

Other

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

As a Low Voltage Component Engineer, you'll use your technical expertise to wholistically drive complex problems to completion. You'll work amongst the team to scope work, plan requirements, identify risks, estimate budgets, and clearly communicate ongoing progress. You'll work side by side with engineers on a daily basis; your technical expertise, insight and know-how will drive the team forward.

What you'll be able to do:

  • Execute the end-to-end release actions for various electronic components within the Product Lifecycle Management system (3DX)
  • Drive engineering teams towards containment and resolution of issues raised from design reviews, virtual builds, and build events to protect the program's schedule to start of production (SOP) and ongoing production
  • Manage open issues list for internal and external projects, driving team to close items on time and at a high level of quality.
  • Maintain supplier relationships in collaboration with Supply Chain team to ensure timely deliveries for build events
  • Support key decisions working cross-functionally across engineering, finance, and strategy to reach the right conclusions
  • Effectively present information to technical or non-technical audiences ranging from team level meetings through to Executive briefs and updates
  • Anticipate and manage platform risks, perform trade-offs and identify contingency plan(s) or alternate approaches to mitigate risks and provide strong leadership to team in circumstances where there may be uncertainty or ambiguity
  • Collaborate with engineers, designers, technicians, and suppliers to design, procure and build physical test assets.

The minimum requirements we seek:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in an engineering setting involving complex systems development
  • Detailed knowledge of product development process from design, development, validation and integration
  • Proven experience driving progress on multiple projects across multiple locations and timelines
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Expertise with Jira and Confluence for project management
  • Experience with JAMA for requirements documentation
  • Experience with project management tools such as Smartsheet or MS Project
  • Experience designing and releasing mechanical and electromechanical systems
  • CAD proficiency in assembly and part design, FEA, and 2D drawings. Catia and 3D Experience preferred

Preferred Requirements:

  • Master's degree in engineering or business administration
  • Experience in leading product development from concept to deployment
  • Experience launching a product from concept through production, preferably in automotive
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high performing team
  • A systems approach to design and development with the desire and curiosity to strive for exceptional delivery execution and continuous improvement
  • An ability to craft clear, compelling recommendations supported by strong analysis and business logic, and articulate them to the organization to gain support for recommendations.

Salary Range: $120,000-$145,000/K

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience 

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