junior component engineer

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Job title: Junior Component Engineer

Grade: 2D

Report to: Head of Component Engineering

Department: Component Engineering (Business Operations)

Location: Saltaire

Responsible for:

1. JOB PURPOSE (one statement explaining the overall purpose)

Primary source of contact for all component-related issues both internal to Pace (Engineering,

Operations, etc.) and external to Pace (Suppliers and EMS partners).

They define, oversee and maintain the specification and content of all component-related

information held within the parts database and the administration of the Part creation and

approval processes.

They work to influence the majority of component selection decisions to achieve most benefit for

the business whilst offering equivalents to existing components and providing guidance and

support on the processes, procedures and e-tools utilised by the business in maintaining its part

databases.

2. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES (major results expected to be achieved)

The Review of new part requests from Design Engineering.

Datasheet/specification review

Identification and detailing of component key parameters

Recommendation of existing technical equivalents

Liaising with Engineering on the suitability of the request – e.g. supplier/part choice

Meetings

Attending meetings with both internal and external parties

Ability to present on their own core responsibilities as well as the team’s in general.

Supporting design teams in day-to-day activities including system support, datasheet requesting,

sample co-ordination, alternative component advice

PCNs

Review of incoming Change Notifications from Suppliers

Ability to identify consequence of notification – e.g. consolidating the active BoMs using the device(s)

Supporting of Supply Chain in identifying alternative solutions

Ability to drive the business towards a solution

Dual-sourcing

Ability to quickly identify potential second sources for existing devices

Ability to co-ordinate their approval by the rest of the business

Ownership

Proactive in assuming ownership (where relevant) of all component-related issues associated with

components within their commodity responsibility.

Business Operations Support

Ability to support both Supplier Quality and Procurement from a technical aspect

Identifying technical differences and potential failure issues

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Service Support

Investigating and supporting issues associated with historic items which are no longer available from

suppliers

Parts Rationalisation

Ability to analyse a list of components and identify a technical solution to allow consolidation for future

designs

EMS Support

Ability to handle all manners of component-related queries from Sub-Contract Manufacturers

Ability to communicate effectively across a global footprint

Database Maintenance

Working as a team to maintain the global Supplier and Parts database

Metrics

Ability to quickly spin complex data into simplified graphics, identifying trends, root causes, etc.

Report Writing

Ability to produce technical reports as well as process documents for others to use

Travel

Ability to travel internationally for period of time (e.g. 1day to 2 weeks)

InfluenceOverall, good influencing skills are a key requirement. Candidate must have the ability to initiate, track, report and close numerous issues both technically and commercially with a proactive attitude.

KnowledgeKnowledge of electronic component manufacturers and distribution – which suppliers make which part types, etc.Experience of BoMs, Change Orders and Concessions

3. DIMENSIONS (relevant detail on size of team, reporting structure, budget etc)

Position in Component Engineering, reporting into the Head of Component Engineering

4. INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS

• Pace Component Engineering Team

• Pace Engineering Teams

• Pace Procurement (Category Managers & Quality)

• Pace Supply Chain and Service

• Pace I.T.

• Pace Sub-Contract Manufacturers

• Pace Suppliers and Potential Suppliers

5. QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

Essential

N/A

Desirable

Degree in Electronic EngineeringPrevious experience as a Component EngineerOther relevant experience, either technical (e.g. Design Engineer) or commercial (e.g. technical buyer, commodity specialist, etc.).Demonstrable knowledge of components and their sources (both technical and commercial)



6. BEHAVIOURS (specific behavioural requirements based Pace behaviours – Customer Focus, Driving for

results, Leadership, Communication, Teamwork, Personal Responsibility)

Responsible

Applies skill, effort, will and good judgement and sound thinking to get the job done. Is reliable, trusted, dependable and courteous. Takes ownership of decisions and actions. Takes ownership of the customer, using initiative to think ahead to manage expectations, provide solutions and, ultimately, deliver on time, on quality and on margin. Takes feedback positively, taking responsibility for own behaviour and development. Ensures own objectives are aligned with business plans.

Collaborative

Develops effective working relationships with colleagues, customers and partners. Makes good use of own talents and those of colleagues inside and outside own team for joint benefit. Puts personal preferences aside to achieve team goals and demonstrates personal commitment to team decisions. Trusts in the ability of others, providing feedback to encourage development and ensure delivery. Demonstrates appreciation of other's efforts. Practises constructive and honest feedback; avoids gossip. Resolves interpersonal conflicts professionally.

Entrepreneurial

Identifies opportunities to meet customer needs, develop business and improve business performance/efficiency. Maximises the use of available resources to ensure objectives are met. Sees old problems in new ways and identifies innovative ways to solve them. Works with pace and urgency to find the best solutions. Is open to change, always challenging self and others to seek improvement changing direction when needed. Identifies and manages risks.

7. SPECIAL APTITUDES (e.g. computer literate, numerate)

In addition to the anticipated standards of numeracy and literacy:Fluent with all Microsoft Office applications.

Prepared by:

Name: Jonathan Cantrell

Job Title: Head of Component Engineering

Date: 22nd May 2015

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