Engineer I

In our ‘always on’ world, we believe it’s essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.

The Component Engineer is responsible for the selection, qualification, lifecycle management, and technical governance of electronic and electromechanical components used in company products. This role ensures component reliability, cost-effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and long-term supply continuity while supporting design, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.

Essential Job Functions

- Evaluate, select, and approve electronic and electromechanical components (e.g., semiconductors, passives, connectors, mechanical parts).

- Support design teams with component recommendations based on performance, cost, availability, and lifecycle status.

- Conduct component qualification, validation, and risk assessments.

- Follow mitigation strategies for obsolescence, including alternates, last-time buys, and redesign recommendations.

- Maintain Approved Vendor Lists (AVL) and Approved Component Lists (ACL)

- Support sourcing strategies to ensure continuity, multi-sourcing, and cost optimization.

- Review and approve PCNs (Product Change Notices) and EOL notifications.

- Ensure components meet reliability, environmental, and regulatory requirements (e.g., RoHS, REACH, conflict minerals).

- Support failure analysis, root cause investigations, and corrective actions.

- Collaborate with quality and manufacturing teams on yield, reliability, and field-return issues.

- Maintain accurate component data in PLM, ERP, and component databases.

- Create and review component specifications, datasheets, and qualification reports.

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field.

· 1-3 years of experience in component engineering, hardware engineering, or a related technical role.

· Bilingual Spanish and fluent English.

· Strong understanding of electronic components, materials, and manufacturing processes.

· Experience with PLM/ERP systems and component databases.

· Ability to interpret datasheets, reliability data, and test reports.

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience with high-reliability, RF and Network products.

· Knowledge of component reliability standards and derating practices.

· Familiarity with global supply chain challenges and risk management.

· Experience working with cross-functional teams (design, quality, sourcing, manufacturing).

Key Skills

· Component lifecycle management

· Technical analysis and problem-solving

· Supplier engagement and negotiation support

· Risk assessment and mitigation

· Clear technical communication

Why Join Us?

Vistance Networks shapes the future of communications technology, pushing past what is possible. We deliver solutions that bring reliability and performance to a world always in motion. Our global team of innovators and employees are trusted advisors who listen to customers first, then deliver value.

Aurora Networks (formerly CommScope’s Access Networks Solution segment) is the world’s leading provider of access network solutions. Our comprehensive, end-to-end product portfolio supports global service providers with innovative, leading-edge HFC, PON and broadband network products.

If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what's next…..come connect to your future at Vistance Networks.

Vistance Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans.