Electronic Component Engineer

ZF Group · Solihull, West Midlands

Electronic Component Engineer at ZF Group, based in Solihull, West Midlands. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Solihull, West Midlands
Contract
Permanent
Posted
6 days ago
Closes
17 Nov 2026
Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing

Reference job/Solihull-Electronic-Component-Engineer/1396002933

About the role

 

Req ID 87728 | The Hub - Shirley, United Kingdom, ZF Automotive UK Limited

  

About the Team

The Electronics Technology team consists of seven specialists dedicated to advancing core manufacturing and electronic technologies. The team is expected to grow rapidly in the near future to meet increasing global demands. We are looking for an Electronic Component Engineer to join the team and manage as well as support the selection, qualification, and lifecycle of electronic components used in our Automotive products.

 

What you can look forward to as Electronic Component Engineer:

  • Select, evaluate, and approve electronic components (active and passive) to meet design, performance, and reliability requirements
  • Define and support component qualification, testing, and validation activities
  • Manage component lifecycle risks, including obsolescence, second sourcing, and supply continuity
  • Support design teams with technical guidance, alternatives, and best-practice component usage
  • Work with suppliers and manufacturers to resolve technical issues and improve component performance
  • Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards
  • Maintain component data, documentation, and standards within internal systems
  • Work with Siemens EDM tools (or equivalent systems) to manage electronic component data, approvals, and lifecycle management

 

Your profile as Electronic Component Engineer: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical/electronic engineering or equivalent industry experience
  • Strong knowledge of electronic components (active and passive)
  • Experience with component selection, qualification, and lifecycle management
  • Knowledge of electronic suppliers and supply chain
  • Familiarity with Siemens EDM or similar component management tools
  • Good understanding of REACH and RoHS compliance regulations
  • Knowledge and understanding of quality, reliability, and compliance requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with global cross functional teams
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, logical problem solving abilities, and openness to learning through feedback

 

Why you should choose ZF in Shirley: 

  • Competitive compensation
  • Pension System
  • 2x Life Assurance cover
  • Health Cashplan

 

Be part of our ZF team as Electronic Component Engineer and apply now!

Contact

Anne Jügling

+49 211 584 2099

Reference: job/Solihull-Electronic-Component-Engineer/1396002933 · Posted 6 days ago · Closes 17 Nov 2026 · Listed via ZF Group

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