ZT Systems
Overview
A Thermal Mechanical Sourcing Engineer identifies, selects, and manages suppliers for thermal and mechanical components and systems, leveraging technical expertise in thermal engineering to optimize product performance and cost. This role involves creating sourcing strategies, negotiating with suppliers, conducting technical reviews, and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate components and ensure quality throughout the product lifecycle, from concept to mass production. What You Will Do
Supplier Identification & Selection: Research and evaluate potential suppliers for thermal components like heat sinks, cold plates, and liquid cooling systems, as well as other mechanical parts. Technical Sourcing Strategies: Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with technology roadmaps, focusing on cost optimization and supply chain risk management. Technical Analysis: Review supplier proposals and requests for quotes (RFQs), providing technical analysis and resolving queries to drive successful sourcing initiatives. Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong technical relationships with suppliers, acting as a key technical interface between the company and external partners. Quality & Process Improvement: Implement supplier quality strategies, conduct quality audits, and lead efforts with suppliers to improve manufacturing processes and reduce variability. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with thermal, mechanical, silicon, and product design teams to integrate components and ensure they meet performance and cost objectives. Market & Technology Insights: Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, performing competitive analysis to inform sourcing decisions and influence future product development. Product Lifecycle Support: Support the entire product development lifecycle, from new product introduction (NPI) through mass production, ensuring seamless component sourcing and transition. Supply Chain Risk Management: Analyze supply chain complexities, identify potential risks, and develop strategies to mitigate them. What You Bring
A bachelor's degree in engineering or 8+ years’ experience. A strong background in thermal and mechanical engineering, including experience with electronics cooling and liquid cooling technologies and component design. Proven experience in sourcing complex components, negotiating with suppliers, and managing contracts. Ability to conduct technical reviews, understand manufacturing processes, and drive supplier process improvements. Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal and external teams. The ability to develop long-term sourcing strategies and align them with company roadmaps and business objectives. 8+ years relevant experience. Previous experience in a procurement or technical purchasing role and project management capabilities is preferred. ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $124,500 - $182,600 annually. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications. Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We offer a wide range of benefits and perks that may include bonus, paid time off, 401k match, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. About ZT Systems
At ZT Systems, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. There are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. You will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career-defining. We value hard work, fast thinking, and learning from challenges to move forward together. What We Offer
ZT Systems provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support well-being, financial security, and professional development. Benefits may include: Competitive base salary Performance-based annual bonus eligibility 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match Tuition reimbursement for eligible programs Medical, dental, and vision coverage Mental health resources and employee wellness support Company-paid life and disability insurance Generous paid time off and holidays Parental leave and family care support Structured training programs and on-the-job learning ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other protected characteristics. Some positions may require eligibility to obtain export control licenses as applicable.
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A Thermal Mechanical Sourcing Engineer identifies, selects, and manages suppliers for thermal and mechanical components and systems, leveraging technical expertise in thermal engineering to optimize product performance and cost. This role involves creating sourcing strategies, negotiating with suppliers, conducting technical reviews, and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate components and ensure quality throughout the product lifecycle, from concept to mass production. What You Will Do
Supplier Identification & Selection: Research and evaluate potential suppliers for thermal components like heat sinks, cold plates, and liquid cooling systems, as well as other mechanical parts. Technical Sourcing Strategies: Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with technology roadmaps, focusing on cost optimization and supply chain risk management. Technical Analysis: Review supplier proposals and requests for quotes (RFQs), providing technical analysis and resolving queries to drive successful sourcing initiatives. Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong technical relationships with suppliers, acting as a key technical interface between the company and external partners. Quality & Process Improvement: Implement supplier quality strategies, conduct quality audits, and lead efforts with suppliers to improve manufacturing processes and reduce variability. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with thermal, mechanical, silicon, and product design teams to integrate components and ensure they meet performance and cost objectives. Market & Technology Insights: Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, performing competitive analysis to inform sourcing decisions and influence future product development. Product Lifecycle Support: Support the entire product development lifecycle, from new product introduction (NPI) through mass production, ensuring seamless component sourcing and transition. Supply Chain Risk Management: Analyze supply chain complexities, identify potential risks, and develop strategies to mitigate them. What You Bring
A bachelor's degree in engineering or 8+ years’ experience. A strong background in thermal and mechanical engineering, including experience with electronics cooling and liquid cooling technologies and component design. Proven experience in sourcing complex components, negotiating with suppliers, and managing contracts. Ability to conduct technical reviews, understand manufacturing processes, and drive supplier process improvements. Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal and external teams. The ability to develop long-term sourcing strategies and align them with company roadmaps and business objectives. 8+ years relevant experience. Previous experience in a procurement or technical purchasing role and project management capabilities is preferred. ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $124,500 - $182,600 annually. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications. Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We offer a wide range of benefits and perks that may include bonus, paid time off, 401k match, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. About ZT Systems
At ZT Systems, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. There are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. You will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career-defining. We value hard work, fast thinking, and learning from challenges to move forward together. What We Offer
ZT Systems provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support well-being, financial security, and professional development. Benefits may include: Competitive base salary Performance-based annual bonus eligibility 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match Tuition reimbursement for eligible programs Medical, dental, and vision coverage Mental health resources and employee wellness support Company-paid life and disability insurance Generous paid time off and holidays Parental leave and family care support Structured training programs and on-the-job learning ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other protected characteristics. Some positions may require eligibility to obtain export control licenses as applicable.
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