Strategic Procurement Engineer

Strategic Procurement EngineerDescription -Applies basic foundation of a function's principles, theories and concepts to assignments of limited scope. Uses professional concepts and theoretical knowledge acquired through specialized training, education or previous experience. Develops expertise and practical knowledge of applications within business environment. Acts as team member by providing information, analysis and recommendations in support of team efforts. Exercises independent judgment within defined parameters.Responsibilities: Supports portions of the global engineering relationship with a supplier of external hardware, components, materials, or services for the development and manufacturing of a product or service line.Develops understanding of and relationship with outside suppliers and internal product development and manufacturing teams.Tests, troubleshoots, and debugs defective product units, sub-assemblies, and process steps based on established testing plans; validates testing parameters and summarizes test results for product to identify supplier quality issues.Tracks and records customer feedback and results of manufacturing, test, and quality assurance processes for product.Works with suppliers to implement specified changes to product or process to reduce defects, improve quality, and lower costs.Education and Experience Required: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent.Typically 0-2 years experience.Knowledge and Skills: Experience or understanding of engineering and testing tools and software packages.Good analytical and problem solving skills.Basic understanding of material properties and hardware and electrical component design.Good written and verbal communication skills; mastery in English and local language.Per the Washington State statute, the estimated range of compensation for this job in Washington State, at the time of this posting, is $53,700 - $82,700.  This position may be eligible for incentive pay, for openings where this is applicable.#LINKEDINJob -EngineeringSchedule -Full timeShift -No shift premium (United States of America)Travel -Relocation -EEO Tagline - HP Inc. is EEO F/M/Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.