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Precor

Sourcing Engineer, Electrical

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A Procurement or Sourcing Specialist is responsible for sourcing and purchasing the goods or services required by an organization, especially tracking overall spend and improving bidding processes. Responsible for maintaining supplier relationships. May also be responsible growing supplier relationships with new and/or existing suppliers.

$77,616 / year median in Washington

+1% projected growth

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About the Role The Sourcing Engineer is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for electronic components, assemblies, PCBs/PCBAs, cables, electro-mechanical assemblies, and EMS partners. This role serves as a key technical liaison between Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, EMS providers, and global suppliers to ensure products are designed for manufacturability, cost competitiveness, quality, and supply continuity. The engineer plays a critical role in both new product introduction (NPI) and sustaining production, partnering cross-functionally to optimize supplier capabilities, qualify components and alternate sources, manage component lifecycles, mitigate supply chain risk, and identify cost-reduction opportunities. The role also drives continuous improvement initiatives across the electronics supply chain to improve quality, efficiency, scalability, and overall supplier performance. Reporting to the Director of Global Sourcing, this role operates with general supervision and requires strong technical judgment, cross-functional collaboration, and ownership. The position is based in an office, laboratory, and light manufacturing environment, with occasional domestic and international travel to supplier and EMS facilities. Responsibilities Lead sourcing and supply chain strategies for electronic components, PCBs, PCBAs, cables, and electro-mechanical assemblies, balancing cost, quality, technical requirements, supply continuity, and risk. Partner with Electrical Engineering to incorporate DFM, DFA, and Design for Supply Chain principles into product development. Evaluate, select, qualify, and develop EMS providers and global electronics suppliers based on technical capability, quality, cost, capacity, delivery, and overall performance. Develop alternate- and second-source strategies for high-risk components and commodities, including semiconductors, passives, connectors, power electronics, memory, and other critical components. Manage BOMs, AVL/AML, component lifecycle and obsolescence, and related ECN/ECO activities. Lead should-cost modeling, cost breakdown analysis, pricing analysis, and cost-reduction initiatives for electronic components and assemblies. Lead NPI sourcing activities through stage-gate processes, including supplier readiness, tooling validation, pilot builds, component qualification, validation builds, and production ramp. Conduct technology scouting and supplier capability assessments to identify components, PCB technologies, packaging options, and manufacturing solutions that improve cost, performance, reliability, or scalability. Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Electrical Engineering, and EMS providers to resolve manufacturing, yield, testing, reliability, and failure-analysis issues. Drive supplier performance improvement across quality, delivery, cost, responsiveness, capacity, and risk; support SCARs and corrective actions as needed. Apply lean and structured problem-solving methodologies, including VSM, PFMEA, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement practices. Use SAP or an equivalent ERP system to support BOM management, material planning, demand alignment, and sourcing activities. Negotiate pricing and commercial terms in partnership with relevant stakeholders, considering market conditions, currency, capacity, and geopolitical factors. Support lead-time reduction, inventory optimization, and supply-buffer strategies while maintaining appropriate service and risk levels. Partner with Supplier Quality and Engineering to ensure compliance with applicable IPC, UL, ISO, product, and customer requirements. Identify and mitigate risks related to component obsolescence, counterfeit parts, supplier continuity, geopolitical exposure, and other electronics supply chain disruptions. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related technical field. 3-5 years of experience in electronics design, technical sourcing, EMS, electronics manufacturing, or a related field. Strong understanding of electronic components, PCB/PCBA manufacturing processes, EMS operations, and electronics supply chains. Experience with BOMs, AVL/AML management, component lifecycle management, and supplier or component qualification. Demonstrated experience supporting supplier development, electronics sourcing, and/or NPI programs. Familiarity with ERP systems; SAP experience preferred. Preferred Qualifications Experience in high-volume electronics manufacturing or contract manufacturing/EMS environments. Knowledge of DFM/DFA principles specific to electronics and PCB design. Familiarity with PCB design tools such as Altium, OrCAD, or similar ECAD workflows. Understanding of industry standards including
IPC, ISO 9001, ISO
13485, and UL. Experience with global electronics sourcing and low-cost-region manufacturing. Experience sourcing high-risk electronic commodities such as semiconductors, memory, power modules, or other critical components. Experience with component lifecycle management, obsolescence, and second-source strategies. Experience with lean and continuous improvement methodologies such as VSM, PFMEA, and root cause analysis. Experience with technology scouting or evaluation of emerging electronics technologies. Working Environment Office, laboratory, and light manufacturing environment with frequent interaction with electronics assemblies, engineering systems, ERP systems, and test equipment. Occasional domestic and international travel to EMS providers and supplier facilities. Ability to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs., including sample hardware and test equipment.
Pay Range:
$85,000 to $100,000 The pay range represents the low and high end of the anticipated pay range for this position based at our Woodinville, WA headquarters. The actual pay offered for this position will depend on numerous factors including individual performance, business objectives, and if the location for the job changes. Our pay is just one component of Precor's total rewards strategy that also includes region-specific health and welfare benefits. As an organization, one of our top priorities is to maintain the health and well-being of our employees and their families. To achieve this goal, we offer robust and comprehensive benefits including: Medical, dental and vision insurance Generous paid time off policy Short-term and long-term disability Access to Employee Assistance Program; including access to mental health services 401(k) including employer match Pet insurance and so much more! About Precor Precor is known for developing and manufacturing the most innovative and reliable commercial fitness equipment on the market. With over 40 years of empowering exercisers, trainers, business owners, and operators alike we take pride in offering world-class fitness solutions across over 13,000 facilities and 100+ countries. We sweat every detail to bring best-in-class product solutions into commercial facilities, meeting exercisers wherever they are: at work, at school, in the gym, or on the road. Precor is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our applicants. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you would like to request an accommodation regarding the application/interview process or are having difficulty using our website for application purposes, please contact: HR@precor.com Apply for this job First name Last name Email address Location Phone number Resume Attach resume Attach another file Attach file Add another What is your Linkedin Profile URL? What are your salary requirements? per hour Are you authorized to work in the United States? Yes No Are you authorized to work in the United States? Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B status)? Yes No Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B status)? How did you hear about this role? We invite you to complete the optional self-identification questions below used for compliance with government regulations and record-keeping guidelines. Any self-identification information provided will not be considered in the selection process. GENDER Male Female Nonbinary I do not wish to self-identify my gender
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