Component Engineer 1

About the role

We are seeking a full-time Component Engineer 1 at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will support multiple departments through component library management, including second source identification, communicating supplier/part status, and providing resources to improve component selection.

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 (Product Change Notifications)
• Works closely with Engineering, Purchasing, Quality Assurance, and suppliers on all component issues
• Completes small, assigned projects within commodities

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

Qualifications

• 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"

Benefits

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here.