Engineering Program Specialist (EPS) Lead
About The Position
Hardware Engineering is seeking a seasoned Engineering Program Specialist (EPS) - Lead to manage complex procurement processes for Ru0026D tools and services. This position requires a seasoned professional with a strong understanding-or the aptitude and willingness to quickly learn-the intricacies of the Purchase Requisition (PR) process. The ideal candidate can influence cross-functional teams and mentor peers, driving process improvements and ensuring alignment between engineering, finance, procurement, and vendors in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.As the Engineering Program Specialist (EPS) - Lead, you will own end-to-end oversight of Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) processes for critical Ru0026D capital investments in tools and services, ensuring compliance, operational rigor, and alignment with organizational goals. You will act as a senior liaison bridging vendors, engineering teams, and finance partners, translating complex policies into actionable workflows that meet both compliance requirements and engineering needs. In addition to managing your own workload, you will provide mentorship and direction to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. You will proactively identify opportunities to optimize procurement processes, mitigate risks, and enhance reporting and audit readiness. This role requires a strong mix of technical acumen, leadership skills, and business savvy to effectively balance operational execution with strategic priorities that enable product development and innovation.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience in Ru0026D operations or technical environments with complex procurement and capitalization requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with internal tooling and ticketing platforms (e.g., Radar, eApproval, Balance, etc.)
- Experience leading initiatives or mentoring peers, with interest or aptitude for growing into a formal leadership role.
- Ability to identify and implement process improvements using data and cross-functional input.
- Experience working with global teams or vendors across multiple time zones.
- Comfort with ambiguity and change in dynamic, high-growth environments.
- Direct experience handling sensitive and confidential information with integrity, discretion, and secrecy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
