Component Engineer IV

At Benchmark, we are driven by our purpose: to innovate for a healthier, safer, and better-connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us, you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors, including commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next-generation communications, complex industrials, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth, fostering a culture that ensures you reach your full potential. At Benchmark, your work is purpose-driven, enabling you to create a positive impact on the world and make your career truly meaningful. You’ll be part of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions. Summary: Provides technical expertise required for failure analysis/root cause corrective action of components, technical support of purchasing, manufacturing and quality, DFC services for BOM/corporate commodity group accuracy, strategic analysis, alternates and cost reduction and qualification of alternate components. The Benchmark Corporate Supply Chain team is seeking a Senior Component Engineer IV with 15 plus years of experience in manufacturing and /or design. Must have direct experience in failure analysis/root cause corrective action of electronic components, alternates selection, cost reduction/qualification of alternate components, technical support of purchasing, Design for Cost services, and strategic analysis. Must also be familiar with electromechanical PCBA components including heat sinks, fans, connectors, thermal interface material, cabling, and faceplate / bracketry. Familiarity with electronic component suppliers and supply chain strategies is a plus. Responsibilities: Perform Failure Analysis of electrical issues and components to help identify root cause and corrective action with instrumentation and lab techniques with senior engineering guidance Begin to work with and understand the laboratory failure analysis methods, techniques and lab equipment, commonly used by top tier semi-conductor manufacturers, in order to professionally evaluate vendor FA reports Work with vendors in performing basic Failure Analysis with management guidance Perform technical BOM/corporate commodity group scrubs/reviews/Design For Components (DFC) analysis for strategic analysis, cost/lead time reduction and content accuracy with direction Provide basic technical support to Procurement, production/quality engineering, design engineering and customer engineering Investigate alternate electrical components and vendors Test electrical components using bench setups and instrumentation Interface with both internal customers and supplier engineers in the pursuit of component FA and alternate parts Technical support of incoming quality assurance/receiving inspection Generate technical reports (FA, PoF, reliability and DFC) that are reviewed by senior level engineering and management for the customer Develop and use software tools (spreadsheet, database, programming language) to compile and analyze component sourcing, manufacturer, part number, demand, cost, lead time and technical attributes Generate engineering services bids (basic DFC, DFC+, DFC++) Perform environmental/HAZMAT BOM scrubs (RoHS, WEEE, REACH, China RoHS, Pb free process data) Perform Failure Analysis (FA) of electrical issues and components to identify root cause and corrective action with instrumentation and lab techniques with limited direction Understand the majority of the laboratory failure analysis methods, techniques and lab equipment commonly used by top tier semi-conductor manufacturers in order to professionally evaluate vendor FA reports Conduct Fault Tree Analysis, Ishakowa fishbone analysis or FMEA analysis as required Work with vendors in performing Failure Analysis and driving corrective action with the vendors on intermediate level issues as required Perform technical BOM/corporate commodity group scrubs/reviews/Design For Components (DFC) analysis for strategic analysis, cost/lead time reduction and content accuracy Provide intermediate level technical support to Procurement, production/quality engineering, design engineering and customer engineering Research alternate electrical components and vendors and work with the customer to qualify the alternate components Test electrical components using bench setups, instrumentation and component ATE Interface with customer with management guidance and supplier engineers in the pursuit of component FA and alternate parts Develop component test fixtures Perform engineering services bids (basic DFC, DFC+, DFC Max, DFC$, RoHS, Sn Whisker, DVT) Analyze engineering requirements for complex piece parts, subassemblies, materials and processes, approve their application and coordinate the publication of the preferred parts list and component de-rating guidelines for assigned programs May manage the Parts Control program for a major program, including Subcontractor Component Engineering activity, providing technical status and cost accountability Prepare parts control standardization plans for assigned programs and identify unique program requirement Coordinate Component Engineering submissions to program bid and proposal efforts and interpret contract data requirements such as System Specifications and Statement of Work for assigned programs Review purchase requisitions, material releases, design review packages, electronic parts lists, consolidated parts lists and substitution lists for acceptance of complex components as standard components or acceptable non-standard components Analyze engineering requirements and trade-off information to assist in part selection, control and standardization Act as a liaison between the Component Engineering Department and the Program Office to establish risk items and long lead items, as well as establishing scheduling and priorities for data item activity Analyze and evaluate complex failed piece parts and components to determine cause of failure, recommend corrective action and determine effectiveness Attend meetings of Configuration Control Board, Design Review and Material Review Boards to advise program management in part standardization and disposition; Initiate corrective actions to be taken where warranted Develop new techniques in preparation of nonstandard, non-catalogued engineering documentation Provide the most efficient and cost-effective method of data presentation within Company and customer requirements Research vendor literature and industry standards to establish required specification data to prepare specifications May lead lower level Component Engineers and support personnel as required Maintain knowledge across an area of generic component specialization and is cognizant of developments in other related fields Demonstrate the highest level of competence in the discipline through knowledge and leadership in the function Perform a wide variety of technical work, requiring extensive application of engineering principles and concepts to continually assess and resolve quality issues related to components being used in the manufacturing process Perform professional technical assignments independently and/or coordinate the work of other engineers in the professional technical analysis, requiring the full use and wide application of established Component Engineering principles, theories, concepts and precedents in the field plus a working knowledge of other related disciplines Review and coordinate the work of assistants to ensure progress is maintained towards achieving specified objectives Interpret and direct the preparation of data for reports on technical findings, recommendations, accomplishments and progress measured against specified plans Determine specific problems and established technical approach, select and pursue courses of action necessary to explore subject area and obtain required results; The conclusions are used in determining the acceptability of the component or product Develop and implement new techniques and approaches to be employed in solving problems Maintain knowledge in areas of IPC, reliability, quality and electronic assembly and test processes and all related fields May represent the company at technical forums and customer meetings or publish in technical journals Conduct research in areas which require a moderately high level of expertise and knowledge of areas of specialization and some related fields Attend conferences and meetings to represent assigned activity All employees are responsible for the Quality of their work to ensure BEI meets, or exceeds Customer Satisfaction. Other information: Effective organization and prioritization skills Effective interpersonal skills Complete projects in a timely manner Ability to support a 24/7 global business operation as required Demonstrate discretion, confidentiality, independent judgment and professionalism when representing the company Excellent written and verbal communication, as well as presentation skills Work well as an individual or on teams Require supervision for completion of tasks Demonstrate ability to work effectively with suppliers or internal customers Understanding of and ability to use continuous improvement tools Ability to travel up to 5% of the time, including day and overnight travel as required Participate in a continuous improvement activity with complete documentation, including a follow up review with the team in a presentation format 4 year Engineering or Technical degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management 15+ years of electronics manufacturing experience; 5+ years in a leadership role Considered an expert in engineering; Master of advanced technologies and applications, ASQ Certification Ability to lead strategic initiatives Complete understanding of a variety of problem solving techniques (i.e. DFM, DOE, SPC, etc.) Outstanding industry-leading understanding of component engineering Education: • 4 year Engineering or Technical degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management Geographical Location: Arizona:Tempe Physical Location: Tempe, AZ - Headquarters Shift: 1st Shift Work Schedule: M-F 0800-1700 Full Time Export Control: This job position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. As such, employment for this job position may be contingent on either verification that an applicant falls under the definition of a “U.S. Person” (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status)or on the Company timely obtaining any necessary export license required under federal laws. The Company evaluates such export license situations on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion since export license applications can take many weeks to be processed. In our innovative environment, you'll work with cutting-edge technology, leading the way in engineering design and delivering world-class manufacturing services for products that make a real difference in the lives of others. At Benchmark, your career is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to be part of something bigger, where your work matters and helps shape a brighter future for everyone. Together, we will achieve extraordinary things. Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer. We are bringing together a diverse workforce with unique talents, life experiences, cultures, and perspectives to promote an innovative, collaborative, and creative place to work. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at careers@bench.com .