Senior Procurement Engineer - Multiple Positions

Richmond, VA

Posted: 03/11/2026 Industry: Supply Chain Job Number: JM26.1.12.5 Remote: On-Site Experience:

Job Description

Due to tremendous growth, my client, a $3B leading engineering and construction contractor, is seeking Sr. Procurement Engineers to join their dynamic team.

 

Department: Supply Chain / Strategic Sourcing
Locations: Northern VA; South Hill, VA; York, NC; Atlanta, GA; Richmond, VA; Temple, TX
Reports To: Procurement Manager or Director of Strategic Sourcing

 


Position Overview


The Senior Buyer / Senior Procurement Engineer plays a key role in bridging engineering and procurement functions, ensuring that all sourced materials, components, and systems meet technical specifications, cost targets, and quality standards. This position is ideal for a mechanical or electrical engineer with strong analytical, supplier management, and cost-optimization skills who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing or technology-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities

 

  • Lead technical sourcing activities for electrical, mechanical, and electro-mechanical components, systems, and assemblies for assigned projects.
  • Collaborate closely with Quality, Project Managers and Manufacturing Engineering to translate engineering requirements into supplier specifications.
  • Evaluate and select suppliers based on technical capability, cost, quality, and delivery performance.
  • Conduct cost analysis and value engineering to drive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
  • Review and interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications to ensure supplier compliance.
  • Support new product introduction (NPI) by identifying qualified suppliers and managing sourcing from concept to production.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues, manage change orders, and maintain supplier alignment.
  • Negotiate commercial and technical terms to achieve optimal cost, lead time, and service levels.
  • Monitor supplier performance and lead supplier development or corrective action initiatives as needed.
  • Stay current on market trends, new materials, and emerging technologies relevant to assigned categories.

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Finance (Master’s preferred).
  • 3-10 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supplier engineering within a manufacturing or engineering-focused industry.
  • Strong technical background in electrical and/or mechanical systems, with the ability to interpret complex drawings and specifications.
  • Demonstrated success in supplier negotiations, cost analysis, and value engineering.
  • Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, sourcing tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent communication, cross-functional collaboration, and project management skills.
  • Must be a US Citizen and to able to obtain security clearance

 

My client is offering a generous compensation package and growth potential in a fast-paced progressive environment.

 

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Meet Your Recruiter

Joanie Mrozynski
Sr. Recruiter

I am a recruiter with 20 years of experience, currently recruiting Procurement & Supply Chain Management professionals for food and chemical manufacturing companies nationwide. I place professionals at all levels in Supply Chain: Purchasing/Procurement, Sourcing, Planning/Forecasting, Transportation, Logistics, Warehouse.

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