Hardware​/EEE Component Engineer

Position Summary & Critical Requirements

CRITICAL REQUIREMENT – NO TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ACCEPTED: This is a pure operations and lifecycle role that requires strict, direct experience as a dedicated Component Engineer, Parts Engineer, or Electronics/Hardware Lifecycle Management (LCM) Specialist within physical hardware manufacturing (Medical Device, Aerospace, or Defense).

Candidates with backgrounds primarily in high-level Manufacturing Engineering, Process/Assembly Line Engineering, Test/Equipment Validation (such as IQ/OQ/PQ protocols), or Supplier Quality Auditing will not be considered
. There is no transferable skill set for this position; you must have direct, proven experience sitting at the micro-level managing individual piece-parts, checking alternate part numbers, and managing components.

Our client is a privately held medical device innovator in Irvine, CA, dedicated to transforming patient care for those with kidney disease. They are developing a smart, portable, and highly versatile hemodialysis machine designed for home use and diverse care settings—eliminating the need for pre-mixed dialysate bags or external water-treatment systems.

We are seeking a Component Engineer to provide targeted technical support during critical Design Verification Testing (DVT) and design release phases.

Operating as a vital technical liaison between Engineering, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing, this role focuses heavily on component risk reduction, material compliance, and documentation quality. This is not a product design position; rather, it is a high-impact operations role focused on ensuring that component selections are robust, compliant, and perfectly aligned with supplier capabilities prior to production release.

• Evaluate component lifecycle status (NRND/EOL), track supplier risk, and ensure part availability.
• Identify long-lead-time items and collaborate with suppliers to establish viable cross-references and mitigation strategies.
• Support the release and tracking of both Off-The-Shelf (OTS) and custom parts.

• Ensure complete component specifications, approved sourcing, and environmental compliance documentation (REACH/RoHS).
• Leverage PLM and ERP systems to maintain seamless data alignment across platforms.
• Support traceability and audit readiness for pre-production stages.

• Review mechanical drawings for dimensional accuracy, GD&T (ASME Y14.5), and tolerance stack-up risks.
• Identify over-constrained tolerances and yield risks, providing actionable DFM/DFA feedback to the engineering team.

• Act as the primary interface between Design Engineering and Supply Chain Operations.
• Support supplier technical discussions and assist in resolving early production and build issues.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience: 5+ years of dedicated experience in component engineering, parts engineering, hardware lifecycle operations, or a technically focused component tracking role.
• Industry: Prior experience working in a regulated hardware manufacturing environment is required (Medical Device / ISO 13485 / FDA 21 CFR Part 820 preferred; Aerospace/Defense also accepted).
• Obsolescence Tools: Familiarity or hands-on experience tracking component life cycles using database software (e.g., Silicon Expert, Accuris, GIDEP).
• Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity or hands-on experience handling environmental compliance regulations, specifically REACH and RoHS.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong understanding of electronic, electromechanical, and mechanical component life cycles (Active, NRND, EOL).
• Ability to perform fit, form, and function analysis from supplier datasheets to locate alternate components.
• Ability to read/critically review mechanical drawings and apply GD&T (ASME Y14.5) principles.
• Systems: Familiarity with PLM systems (Propel, Windchill, or Teamcenter) and ERP systems (Net Suite preferred).
• Soft Skills: Exceptional cross-functional communication skills; ability to confidently interface between operations and design teams to mitigate supply chain risks.

As a contracting agency, ATR International is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this contract position now or at any point in the future. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship. Please carefully consider this requirement before submitting your application.