Component Engineer

Garmin International, Inc.•Olathe, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a full-time Component Engineer at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting multiple departments through component library management including second source identification, communicating supplier/part status, and providing resources to improve component selection.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Electronics Technology or related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
Demonstrates understanding of key electrical component characteristics
Possesses basic knowledge of electrical component applications
Demonstrates proficiency using PC systems and applications

Nice To Haves

Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
Electronic component purchasing experience
Experience in Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical methods, quality standards and best practices
Familiarity with electronic manufacturing processes, particularly Surface Mount Technology (SMT)
Familiarity with various component manufacturing processes
Proficient troubleshooting and "bench skills"

Responsibilities

Participates in ensuring that components used in Garmin products are high-quality, reliable, and cost-effective
Releases and maintains component specification control drawings and component data for assigned components
Promotes the use of preferred components and provides alternate passive component recommendations, upon request
Appropriately notifies stakeholders for basic PCNs
Works closely with Engineering, Purchasing, Quality Assurance, and suppliers on all component issues
Completes small, assigned projects within commodities