Technical Sourcing Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Source electrical and electronic components such as motors, motor drivers, PCBs, connectors, wiring harnesses, sensors, controllers, batteries, and related components.
• Identify and evaluate suppliers across India, China, and other global sourcing regions.
• Support the creation and maintenance of an Approved Vendor List (AVL) for critical BOM components.
• Work with engineering teams to understand BOMs, technical specifications, drawings, and component requirements.
• Identify alternate components and suppliers to improve cost, availability, and lead times.
• Support vendor qualification, capability assessments, audits, and technical evaluations.
• Coordinate with EMS/ODM/OEM partners and contract manufacturers for assembly, testing, and pilot production.
• Ensure supplier documentation, quality requirements, SOPs, and manufacturing processes are aligned with Origin's requirements.
• Track component costs, lead times, availability, inventory, and sourcing risks.
• Support BOM standardization and cost optimization initiatives. Assist in supplier negotiations and commercial discussions.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and support long-term vendor development.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure components are production-ready for new robot builds and scale-up programs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, electronics, mechatronics, or instrumentation engineering.
• 2-5 years of experience in technical sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or vendor management for electrical/electronic components.
• Experience sourcing components from global suppliers, preferably with exposure to China or other international markets.
• Good understanding of electronic components, EMS, PCB assembly, wiring harnesses, and embedded hardware.
• Ability to understand and interpret BOMs, engineering drawings, datasheets, and technical specifications.
• Basic understanding of import/export processes and commercial terms such as Incoterms.
• Strong vendor communication, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and procurement teams.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in robotics, automation, EV, automotive, industrial equipment, or consumer electronics.
• Exposure to EMS / ODM / OEM / contract manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with IPC standards, ISO quality systems, and manufacturing SOPs.
• Experience with ERP, procurement, inventory, or supplier management systems.
• Experience in alternate sourcing, cost reduction, and supplier development.
• Understanding of electrical/electronic manufacturing processes and quality checks.