Component Engineer 1
Garmin
Olathe, KS, USA
Posted on Apr 1, 2026
Overview
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 be responsible for supporting multiple departments through component library management including second source identification, communicating supplier/part status, and providing resources to improve component selection.
Essential Functions
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
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 be responsible for supporting multiple departments through component library management including second source identification, communicating supplier/part status, and providing resources to improve component selection.
Essential Functions
- 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
- Works closely with Engineering, Purchasing, Quality Assurance, and suppliers on all component issues
- Completes small, assigned projects within commodities
- 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
- 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"
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits