Location: ciudad juarez, chihuahua (remote)
12 months project
department: engineering / product lifecycle management (medical devices industry)
reports to: engineering manager / project lead
job summary:
we are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient components engineer to lead the obsolescence management of products and parts within our systems. This role involves analyzing and managing part obsolescence in coordination with the product lifecycle management (plm) and enterprise resource planning (erp) systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the continuous availability of components, risk mitigation, and strategic component replacement planning.
key responsibilities:
obsolescence monitoring & analysis:
monitor the lifecycle status of electronic and mechanical components using tools and manufacturer databases. Identify at-risk or obsolete parts.
project execution:
drive obsolescence projects for existing products. Lead efforts in replacing or requalifying obsolete components to ensure uninterrupted production and support.
data management:
maintain and update part data in plm and erp systems. Track component usage across bills of materials (boms), and manage change requests (ecrs/ecos) as needed.
cross-functional collaboration:
work closely with design engineering, procurement, supply chain, and quality teams to assess impact and define resolution plans for obsolescence issues.
supplier communication:
liaise with manufacturers and distributors to verify part status, last-time buys, and available replacements.
reporting:
generate and maintain obsolescence status reports including number of affected parts, product impact, risk assessment, and mitigation plans.
compliance & documentation:
ensure all changes and decisions are documented per company standards and meet regulatory and industry compliance requirements.
qualifications:
3-5 years of experience in a components engineering, product lifecycle, or obsolescence management role.
hands-on experience with plm systems (e.g., windchill, teamcenter, agile) and erp systems (e.g., sap, oracle).
strong understanding of component lifecycle, bom structures, and configuration management.
familiarity with part libraries and industry databases (e.g., siliconexpert, ihs, octopart).
excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
preferred qualifications:
experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, or other high-reliability industries.
experience with change management processes (ecr/eco) and document control.
bachelor degree
conversational english level