Sourcing Engineer

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We are seeking a Sourcing Engineer (Electrical Engineer), with an opportunity to have a significant impact on the business contributing to Sustaining materials and New Product Development (NPD). This role, based Elyria, OH, will collaborate globally with Commodity Management Teams, Developmental Engineers, Suppliers and other Emerson professionals dedicated to revolutionizing industry! You'll apply project management, technology, supply chain principles, and build business strategies to add value in delivering energized products to our customers. Professional collaboration, agility, effective time-management, organization skills and project management fundamentals will assist you in your success.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Represent sourcing on NPD teams, advising on supplier selection, material processes, and supply chain risks throughout the product development cycle.
• Own NPD purchased material BOMs, RFQ cycle (issuance, review, award), PPAP management, and supplier performance for pilot and launch phases.
• Drive early supply chain design to align with best-value suppliers; manage component sourcing, substitutions, and secure materials for launch.
• Ensure purchased materials meet approved supplier standards and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Manage sourcing for NPD and sustaining projects, including supplier selection, cost analysis, PPAP, and sourcing metrics.
• Review designs for producibility and VA/VE opportunities.
• Communicate supply chain updates, lead DFMA workshops, and support risk mitigation using tools like Silicon Experts.
• Contribute to project status reports and lead cross-functional supply chain initiatives.
• Prioritize goals to deliver products on time and meet program objectives.

Who You Are:

You'll apply project management, technology, supply chain principles, and build business strategies to add value in delivering energize products to our customers. Every day you'll employ these disciplines to create reliable supply chains. You will have opportunities to directly, and positively, impact on customer satisfaction by delivering quality materials, on time, while adding to business unit value.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering or Electrical / Electronic Technology and 5 years of professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience and ability in project management methods. Relevant Co-op or intern experience will also be considered.
• Results- and action-orientated mindset, with the ability to self-teach, assemble facts, information, and data to create actionable plans and hold stakeholders accountable.
• Exposure to fundamental electrical, electronic, and mechanical manufacturing, PCBA fabrication, supply chain processes, quality processes (PPAP, Cause Corrective Action, Non-Conformance Reporting, SPC).
• Demonstrated experience with BOM's, industry relevant material specifications (IPC, IEEE).
• Ability to interpret and communicate test reports, quality assessment data of electronic components & assemblies, and other energized materials.
• Ability to communicate clearly and confidently, in oral and written forms to a wide spectrum of audience. Able to publicly address teams, plant personnel and suppliers conveying a range of information.
• Fundamental business acumen of value, inflation, containment measure, cashflow and risk.
• Ability to use MS Office products to present information / data effectively to stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Firsthand experience with consumer and construction tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes concerning surface mount technologies, PCBA manufacturing and associated quality measures (FAT, EOL, AOI), injection molding, wiring harnesses, and electronic material assembly (Box Builds).
• Knowledge and experience in leading component technical drawing reviews.
• Knowledge and or direct experience of supply chain operations; RFQ, supplier selection / assessment / performance measurement, negotiation experience, supplier collaboration.
• Able to manage expectations of others, able to say 'no' as business or project conditions are not met.
• Knowledge of material testing processes and protocols.
• Design or test lab experiences with energized materials and control systems.
• Active participant in material cost reduction / containment measures.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Why Work in the Greater Cleveland Area

Our facility is located in Elyria, OH (our world headquarters), which is conveniently located within driving distance to Cleveland. The area's generally low costs of living, excellent school systems, and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work

About Our Location

Since the invention of the modern pipe wrench in 1923, the 25-acre RIDGID world headquarters in Elyria, OH has been developing tools that help trades professionals tackle jobs faster, safer, and more accurately. Today, more than 600 employees work in 734K sq. ft. of office and manufacturing space. The campus is also home to a factory tool service center and a state-of-the-art "schoolhouse" training center that educates and trains hundreds of tradespersons annually. In addition to the iconic wrench, the campus manufactures RIDGID battery hydraulic tools, pipe and electrical tools, and drain cleaning components, as well as Greenlee step bits and knock-out tools. Emerson's Professional Tools business provides the industry's broadest portfolio of advanced, reliable tools and technologies for the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades.

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At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.


We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

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Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.


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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.


With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!


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