Sourcing Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Sourcing Engineer to serve as a critical bridge between Engineering and Procurement. This technical-commercial hybrid role plays a key part in new product development (NPD), strategic sourcing, cost optimization, and supplier quality management
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You’ll partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, and suppliers to drive cost-effective, high-quality sourcing decisions while supporting innovation and product launches.

• Lead sourcing activities for NPD projects, ensuring materials and components meet technical, quality, and timing requirements
• Manage RFQs, conduct total cost analysis
  , and negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms
• Evaluate and onboard new suppliers, including risk assessment (financial, technical, capacity)
• Interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications to support sourcing feasibility
• Ensure compliance with Approved Vendor Lists and sourcing strategy

• Identify cost reduction opportunities through design changes, material substitutions, or process improvements
• Collaborate with engineering and suppliers to develop innovative, lower-cost solutions
• Analyze pricing inconsistencies and implement improvements without impacting performance or quality
• Reduce sole-source risk through alternate sourcing strategies

• Analyze supplier non-conformance trends and drive root cause and corrective actions
• Act as a technical liaison between Engineering and suppliers
• Ensure long-term resolution of quality issues and supplier performance improvements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or similar)
• 3–5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, engineering, or supply chain within manufacturing environments

• Strong background in strategic sourcing, RFQs, and supplier negotiations
• Experience with VA/VE and cost optimization initiatives
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and BOMs
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and supplier capabilities
• Proven ability to balance technical requirements with business goals
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

• High-impact role at the intersection of Engineering and Procurement
• Opportunity to drive innovation, cost savings, and supplier strategy
• Collaborative, cross-functional environment
• Competitive compensation and growth potential