Component Engineer

Job Description

Component Engineer

At Icomera, we build technology that keeps people connected while they're on the move. Every day, our solutions deliver fast, reliable internet and digital services on trains, trams, buses, and coaches - supporting millions of passengers across the world.

We are looking for a Component Engineer to take ownership of the technical lifecycle management of third-party products that form a critical part of Icomera's connectivity solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of engineering, suppliers, system architecture, and technical compliance in a highly innovative and international environment.

Job type: Full-time

Workplace conditions: Hybrid

Location: Gothenburg, Sweden

About the Role

As a Component Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality, compliance, and lifecycle management of third-party products used across Icomera's product portfolio. Working closely with Engineering, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams, you will act as the technical focal point for external suppliers and help ensure that critical networking and communication components meet both business and industry requirements.

You will drive technical requirements towards suppliers, manage component lifecycles, oversee certifications and compliance activities, and maintain a central repository of technical product information. Your work will directly contribute to the reliability, performance, and long-term sustainability of the technology used in public transport systems worldwide.

Key responsibilities

• Manage technical relationships with third-party suppliers and ensure alignment with Icomera requirements.
• Drive product lifecycle management activities, including obsolescence planning, software and hardware updates, and end-of-life management.
• Ensure products comply with relevant railway, radio, and cybersecurity standards and certifications.
• Maintain and develop a central knowledge repository containing product documentation, certifications, software releases, and technical updates.
• Support system architecture activities by defining and managing technical requirements for third-party components

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical experience.
• 5+ years of experience working in a similar positon
• Strong networking and network infrastructure knowledge.
• Experience with product lifecycle management and obsolescence management.
• Knowledge of technical standards, certification processes, and compliance requirements.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken.

The following skills we see as meritorious:

• Experience within the railway, rolling stock, or transportation industry.
• Experience with cellular communication technologies and ETSI standards.
• Background in technical documentation and document management systems.

Who You Are

You are a structured and self-driven engineer who enjoys taking ownership and building strong relationships with stakeholders both internally and externally. You are comfortable navigating technical discussions with suppliers and can translate business and engineering requirements into practical solutions.

You have a proactive mindset, communicate clearly with different audiences, and enjoy organising complex information in a way that supports better decision-making. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are motivated by contributing to high-quality products that make a real impact on public transportation around the world.

Our Offer

• - Health is important - we offer a comprehensive health promotion package to our employees

• - Flexible work arrangements - work from home for up to two days a week

• - Electrical bike lease agreement via net salary deduction

• - ITP Pension and collective bargaining agreement

• - A social work environment - board game nights, after works, seasonal parties... The list goes on!

Practical details:

We will be reviewing applicants ongoing. Icomera welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, and we value a diverse and inclusive work environment.

We conduct reference checks and background checks as a standard procedure for all final candidates across all recruitment processes.

Icomera is covered by a collective bargaining agreement through TechSverige. Our local union representatives can answer questions related to the collective agreement and union matters at unionen@icomera.com or saco@icomera.com.

About Icomera:

Icomera is the world's leading provider of integrated connectivity solutions for trains, trams, buses, and coaches, serving millions of passengers and tens of thousands of vehicles on a daily basis. The IcoCrew now consist of 300+ employees globally. Icomera is headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, with main offices in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Ireland, and Italy.

Icomera's vision for green mobility within the public transport industry perfectly complements the wider mission of our parent company, Equans. As the global leader in multi-technical services with 74,000 employees working across 17 country hubs, Equans delivers customised solutions which connect, protect and energise territories, cities, buildings, industries and transport infrastructures, empowering their energy, industrial and digital transitions. Visit www.icomera.com for further information.