Program Component Engineer

Job DescriptionAs a Program Component Engineer at Nokia, you will be an integral part of our Program/Product Creation Core team, driving technology rationalization with suppliers to optimize costs and enhance product performance. You will focus on identifying cost reductions, finding alternate sources for components facing risks, and managing the technical validation of parts in collaboration with R&D and engineering teams. Your role involves standardizing and promoting the reuse of approved components, improving Bill of Materials (BoM) health, and increasing supplier quality levels. Our work environment is dynamic and collaborative, fostering innovation and strategic thinking as you work across international boundaries. You'll play a key role in shaping our product offerings while leveraging your technical expertise to influence decisions and drive successful outcomes for the team and the company.How You Will Contribute And What You Will LearnDrive technology rationalization efforts from 3rd party suppliers to optimize product and service costs.Define, monitor, and enhance Bill of Material (BoM) Health and rating parameters to reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).Collaborate with Technical Engineering teams to find alternative sources for components facing risks such as end-of-life, quality issues, or shortages.Manage part qualification requests, technical checks, and approval processes with R&D and Program teams.Standardize and promote the reuse of approved components across different programs and products.Develop and uphold quality specifications while reviewing supplier component quality data adhering to Nokia Q requirements.Enhance BOM Health ratings and increase component commonality within platforms while recommending second sourcing strategies.Lead component renewal initiatives in partnership with the Technical Engineering team for ongoing platform improvements.Key Skills And ExperienceYou have:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related fieldStrong expertise in Bill of Material (BoM) management and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysisProven experience in supplier component quality assessment and risk managementAbility to standardize and harmonize components across multiple products and programsIt would be nice if you also had:Experience in leading cross-functional teams in an international environmentFamiliarity with industry standards and regulations related to componentsStrong analytical skills and strategic thinking capabilitiesAbout Us Come create the technology that helps the world act togetherNokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people’s lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to workWhat we offerNokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employerNokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality: One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg Workplace Pride Global Benchmark At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia’s employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.About The TeamIn Mobile Networks , our ambition is to become the trusted partner of choice for Communications Service Providers (CSPs), as well as for non-CSP entities in sectors like utilities, transportation, public services, and defense. We strive to deliver unbeatable customer experiences in wireless connectivity.