Strategic Mechanical Sourcing Engineer – NPD & DFx

Emerson Electric Co.; Elyria (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Flexible time off

Job summary

Emerson Electric Co. in Elyria, OH seeks a Mechanical Sourcing Engineer to drive supplier selection, cost modeling, and NPD collaboration across global teams.

Based in Elyria, you will partner with commodity management, engineers, and suppliers to optimize DFM, PPAP, and risk mitigation, while traveling 15-20%.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy cross-functional teamwork, apply to contribute to innovative products while delivering solid sourcing results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years' experience.
• Knowledge of quality processes (PPAP, SPC, DFM, FMEA).
• Strong communication across diverse backgrounds.
• Strong project management and MS Office skills.
• Periodic overnight travel of 15-20% will be required.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Drive NPD projects: RFQ creation, supplier selection, costed BOM ownership, PPAP, and risk mitigation.
• Manage sourcing projects with Pro Tools’ global supplier base, including cost modeling and make/buy analysis.
• Communicate supply chain status and risks to project stakeholders.
• Lead supplier decision reviews with executive leadership.
• Partner with suppliers to optimize design for manufacturability and ensure quality and environmental standards.
• Support sourcing for mechanical and electronic subassemblies and align supply chains.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

MS Office

Sourcing

Quality processes (PPAP, SPC, DFM, FME

Global supply chain

Cost modeling

Pro Tools

Education

Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

Pro Tools

Job description

Emerson Electric Co. in Elyria, OH seeks a Mechanical Sourcing Engineer to drive supplier selection, cost modeling, and NPD collaboration across global teams.

Based in Elyria, you will partner with commodity management, engineers, and suppliers to optimize DFM, PPAP, and risk mitigation, while traveling 15-20%.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy cross-functional teamwork, apply to contribute to innovative products while delivering solid sourcing results.