Sr Manager Component Engineering

MKS Instruments • Milpitas, CA

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About The Position

We are looking for a Component Engineering Manager to lead component strategy, lifecycle management, and compliance across product lines. This role will partner closely with engineering, sourcing, quality, and suppliers to ensure component reliability, availability, and regulatory compliance in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in component engineering or related domain
• Prior experience managing or leading a team
• Strong knowledge of electronic/mechanical components and systems
• Familiarity with PLM tools, ERP systems, and component databases
• Expertise in component reliability, compliance, and lifecycle management
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in high-reliability industries (automotive, aerospace, telecom, medical devices)
• Knowledge of global compliance regulations
• Exposure to supplier audits and qualification processes
• Experience with obsolescence tools (e.g., SiliconExpert, IHS, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Lead component selection, qualification, and approval processes for new and existing products
• Ensure compliance with RoHS, REACH, Conflict Minerals, and other global regulations
• Manage component lifecycle, including obsolescence, alternates, and risk mitigation
• Drive failure analysis and root cause investigation for component-related issues
• Collaborate with design, sourcing, and quality teams during product development
• Maintain component databases, BOM validation, and technical documentation
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of global component engineers
• Allocate work, set priorities, and track team performance and deliverables
• Define and implement best practices, SOPs, and engineering processes
• Collaborate with stakeholders (R&D, procurement, suppliers, quality)
• Support strategic decision-making for sourcing and supplier selection
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the team

Benefits

• On-the-job and formal training
• Educational assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager