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Electrical Component Engineer I supports the selection, evaluation, and lifecycle management of electronic components for various projects. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure components meet technical specifications, quality standards, and project timelines. Location: This position requires on-site work at Gentex facilities. This role is not eligible for remote work.

• Support the selection and evaluation of electronic components and suppliers based on project requirements, performance specifications, cost-effectiveness, product roadmaps, and supplier performance.
• Communicate with suppliers to resolve component-related issues, negotiate terms, and establish reliable supply chains for critical components.
• Assist with population and maintenance of the component database of part information and support the Advanced Product Quality Planning Production Part Approval Process (APQP PPAP).
• Work closely with design, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to troubleshoot component issues, support new product introductions, and optimize designs for manufacturability and cost.
• Support the lifecycle of electronic components by evaluating the impact, identifying potential solutions, planning and executing testing, and holding reviews in support of Product Change Notices (PCN), End of Life (EOL), Value Analysis & Value Engineering (VAVE), and allocation.
• Learn and stay current with technology, manufacturing, and industry trends to drive continuous improvement of products, process, and methods.
• Support basic reliability and failure analyses such as Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) calculation, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Design Review Based on Failure Mode (DRBFM) analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Analytical Thinking – Tackling a problem by using a logical, systematic, and sequential approach.
• Attention to detail – Ensuring information is complete and accurate; following up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled.
• Communicating effectively – Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey clear understanding, considering the unique needs of different audiences.
• Situational adaptability – Adapting approach and processes to match the shifting demands of different situations. Shows an openness to new ideas and handles uncertainty well. Assumes new responsibilities when necessary.
• Managing ambiguity – Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear.
• Maintaining a high level of honesty, integrity and confidentiality with respect to company matters.
• Complying with all Company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or a related field.
• Familiarity with electronic components, circuit analysis, and simulation tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• 1+ years of relevant professional work experience.
• Working knowledge of relevant industry standards and specifications (e.g., AEC-Q100, IATF 16949).

Gentex is an equal opportunity employer. Gentex extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law. Assistance Gentex is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at recruiting@gentex.com. Gentex will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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