Component Engineer

AboutGraphcore

At Graphcore were building the future of AI a team of semiconductor software and AI experts with deep experience in creating the complete AI compute stack - from silicon and software to infrastructure at datacenter part of the SoftBank Group backed by significant long-term investment we are delivering key technology into the fast-growing SoftBank AI meet the vast and exciting AI opportunity Graphcore is expanding its teams around the are bringing together the brightest minds to solve the toughest problems in a place where everyone has the opportunity to make an impact on the company our products and the future of artificial intelligence.

Whatyoullbe doing

We areseekinga diligent and detail-oriented Component Engineer to join our Manufacturing Operations team in the this roleyoullwork closely with our Manufacturing Test Quality and Supply Chain teams to support both new product introduction and volume with internal stakeholderscomponentsuppliersand external contract manufacturers managingthe specification selection and sourcing of components required to manufacture our products to theappropriate performance reliabilityqualityand yield.

The Team

The role will be as part of the Manufacturing and Technology Process team atGraphcore. This team is part of the Operations group and has members in BristolCambridgeand Taiwan. The teamis responsible fordeveloping andmaintainingrobust manufacturing processes at the wafer foundry package assembly and PCBA subcontractors based in Taiwan.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Support theselection evaluation and qualification of electronicand electro-mechanicalcomponents to meetagreeddesign and manufacturing requirements.
• Create andmaintainapprovedcomponentlists and Bills of Material (BoM) revisions using the Arena BoM management or other tools asrequired.
• Using published data ensurecomponentsandproductsmeetindustrycompliancerequirementsforquality emissionssafetyand the environment.
• Survey the market toidentifyor develop enablingcomponenttechnologies for next generation products.
• Assesscomponentsupply risks managecomponentobsolescence and propose alternative sourcing solutions to ensure continuity of supply.
• Occasional global travel to supplier sites may be required.

Candidate ProfileRequirements:

• In depth working knowledge of BOM management and sourcing systems such as Arena and Silicon Expert.
• Excellent electronics knowledge and familiarity with component parameters and datasheets.
• Good understanding of PCB manufacturing and SMT assembly processes.
• Ability to understand the interaction and dependencies between silicon package and PCB design.
• Experienced in working with leading edge suppliers inelectronicssupplychain preferablywith offshore contract manufacturers.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills to collaborate effectively across global teams. Detail-oriented with strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in using data analysis and reporting tools (e.g. Excel Power BI) to support component and supply chain decisions.
• BEng/HND ElectronicEngineering or equivalent experience

Whatwellbring

In addition to a competitive salaryGraphcoreoffers flexible working a generous annual leave policy private medical insurance and health cash plan a dental plan pension (matched up to 5%) life assurance and income protection. We have a generous parental leave policy and an employeeassistanceprogramme (which includes health mental wellbeing and bereavement support). We offer a range of healthy food and snacks at our central Bristol office and have our own barista bar! We welcome people ofdifferent backgroundsand experiences;werecommitted to building an inclusive work environment that makesGraphcorea great homefor everyone. We offer an equal opportunity process and understand that there are visible and invisible differences in all of us. We can provide a flexible approach to interview and encourage you to chat to us if yourequireany reasonable adjustments.

Applicants for this position must hold the right to work in the UK. Unfortunatelyat this time we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support for visa applications