Senior Component Engineer
NVIDIAJob Title
Senior Component Engineer
Role Summary
As a Component Engineer focused on electro-mechanical test jig products, you will evaluate and select electrical and optical components, recommend interconnect solutions, and provide technical support to design and test teams.
You will work cross-functionally with hardware, mechanical, and firmware/software teams to meet performance, cost, and reliability targets.
Experience Level
Senior — typically 5+ years of relevant experience in electrical and optical components and interconnects.
Responsibilities
The role's primary responsibilities include component selection, evaluation, and cross-functional support:
- Collaborate with hardware, mechanical, and firmware/software teams to define requirements and specifications.
- Research and evaluate manufacturers and suppliers for electrical and optical components.
- Analyze component parameters including optical characteristics, data rates, power budgets, and physical form factors.
- Recommend interconnect solutions based on performance, cost, and reliability.
- Provide technical support during development and testing of electro-mechanical test jigs.
- Monitor industry trends and technology advancements relevant to automated jig technologies.
Requirements
Must-have technical skills and experience:
- 5+ years working with electrical and optical components such as VCSELs, EMLs, connectors, high-speed cables, fibers, and transceivers.
- Experience evaluating insertion loss, return loss, dispersion, and bandwidth.
- Familiarity with optical interconnect standards and protocols (for example Ethernet, InfiniBand, Fiber Channel).
- Experience with product lifecycle systems and processes (PLM, Agile / PDP).
Nice-to-have:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Optical Engineering or equivalent practical experience; related technical fields accepted.
About the Company
Company: NVIDIA
Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA
NVIDIA is a global leader in accelerated computing, renowned for its innovative solutions in AI and digital twins that transform diverse industries. The company specializes in networking technologies, providing end-to-end InfiniBand and Ethernet solutions for servers and storage that optimize performance and scalability. NVIDIA serves sectors such as high-performance computing, enterprise data centers, and cloud computing, constantly reinventing its products and services to stay ahead in the market.
