Components Engineer

Tantalus Systems

. Review and technically assess electronic component selections for existing products, new product designs and design changes .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeBurnaby • CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electronic component selection, evaluation, and sourcing, with a strong focus on technical assessment and collaboration across engineering and supply chain teams. Proficient in maintaining detailed documentation and ensuring compliance with component control disciplines.

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Electronic Component SelectionTechnical Documentation SkillsBench Testing ExperienceCollaboration Across TeamsElectrical Engineering Degree

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Hard Skills

Electronic Components KnowledgeAnalog Electronics ExperienceComponent EvaluationTechnical AnalysisComponent SourcingRF Electronics ExperienceLifecycle ConsiderationsCost Reduction StrategiesSupply Chain ManagementHardware Product Development

Soft Skills

Strong Technical JudgmentSolutions-Oriented ApproachClear Communication SkillsHighly OrganizedDetail-Oriented

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Laboratory Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) Designation

Industry Keywords

Electronics DesignComponent Supply ChainManufacturing EngineeringComponent Control DisciplineTechnical Gatekeeper

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and technically assess electronic component selections for existing products, new product designs and design changes
Identify alternate manufacturers, vendors and technically suitable replacement components
Evaluate and qualify second sources through technical analysis, bench testing and collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams
Build and maintain alternate sourcing options to improve supply continuity, competitive quoting and cost reduction
Partner with design engineers early in development to identify components with multiple viable sources
Act as a technical gatekeeper for component selection and challenge choices creating sourcing, lifecycle or supply risk
Support exception processes for components that must remain single sourced, including documenting technical rationale and management review
Evaluate component specifications, performance, compatibility, availability and manufacturer information
Maintain documentation of component evaluations, approved alternatives, sourcing information, test results and technical decisions
Collaborate with hardware engineering, manufacturing engineering and supply chain partners on shortages, obsolescence and component-related issues
Develop knowledge of component manufacturers, distributors and market options
Support component-control discipline for manufacturing and contract manufacturing partners
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of technical education and relevant practical experience
Approximately 5+ years of experience in electronics design, components engineering, component selection or a closely related hardware engineering role
Strong knowledge of electronic components and ability to assess component suitability from technical and application perspectives
Hands-on experience with analog electronics
Experience working with electronic component manufacturers, distributors, vendors and component supply chains
Experience identifying, evaluating and qualifying alternate components or second sources
Comfortable performing bench testing and using electronic laboratory equipment
Strong technical documentation skills
Experience working in hardware product development and/or electronics manufacturing environments strongly preferred
Experience with RF electronics considered an asset
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation considered an asset but not required
Strong technical judgment and solutions-oriented approach
Ability to communicate technical concerns and constructively challenge component choices
Ability to collaborate across product development, hardware engineering, manufacturing and supply chain teams
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong follow-through and disciplined documentation habits
Ability to balance technical performance, component availability, cost, lifecycle considerations and business needs
Clear written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Paid time off
Variable compensation based on performance targets and business objectives