ZT Systems
Thermal Mechanical Sourcing Engineer
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
Research and evaluate potential suppliers for thermal components like heat sinks, cold plates, and liquid cooling systems, as well as other mechanical parts. Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with technology roadmaps, focusing on cost optimization and supply chain risk management. Review supplier proposals and request for quotes (RFQs), providing technical analysis and resolving queries to drive successful sourcing initiatives. Build and maintain strong technical relationships with suppliers, acting as a key technical interface between the company and external partners. Implement supplier quality strategies, conduct quality audits, and lead efforts with suppliers to improve manufacturing processes and reduce variability. Work closely with thermal, mechanical, silicon, and product design teams to integrate components and ensure they meet performance and cost objectives. Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, performing competitive analysis to inform sourcing decisions and influence future product development. Support the entire product development lifecycle, from new product introduction (NPI) through mass production, ensuring seamless component sourcing and transition. Analyze supply chain complexities, identifying potential risks, and developing 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 take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, generous 401k match, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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
Research and evaluate potential suppliers for thermal components like heat sinks, cold plates, and liquid cooling systems, as well as other mechanical parts. Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with technology roadmaps, focusing on cost optimization and supply chain risk management. Review supplier proposals and request for quotes (RFQs), providing technical analysis and resolving queries to drive successful sourcing initiatives. Build and maintain strong technical relationships with suppliers, acting as a key technical interface between the company and external partners. Implement supplier quality strategies, conduct quality audits, and lead efforts with suppliers to improve manufacturing processes and reduce variability. Work closely with thermal, mechanical, silicon, and product design teams to integrate components and ensure they meet performance and cost objectives. Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, performing competitive analysis to inform sourcing decisions and influence future product development. Support the entire product development lifecycle, from new product introduction (NPI) through mass production, ensuring seamless component sourcing and transition. Analyze supply chain complexities, identifying potential risks, and developing 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 take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, generous 401k match, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.