Principal Engineer Piping

WABAG; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

WABAG in India is seeking an experienced procurement professional to manage sourcing for piping, structural steel, and civil works on EPC projects.

You will lead RFQs, vendor negotiations, and ERP-based purchasing using SAP or Oracle, coordinating with engineering and site teams to meet specifications, schedules, and budgets.

The role requires strong knowledge of IS/ASTM/ASME standards, excellent negotiation and communication skills, and a track record of cost optimization and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or civil engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of procurement experience in EPC environments.
• Experience sourcing materials for piping, structural steel, and civil works.
• Strong knowledge of IS/ASTM/ASME standards and project drawings.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Float and manage RFQs, bid evaluations (technical + commercial), and vendor negotiations.
• Coordinate with engineering and site teams to ensure specs and delivery timelines.
• Issue purchase orders aligned with project budget and contractual terms.
• Liaise with vendors for material submittals, inspections, and documentation.
• Track and expedite deliveries; resolve supply or quality-related issues.
• Maintain procurement logs and vendor data.
• Ensure compliance with internal procurement procedures and project requirements.
• Lead procurement strategy for multiple projects or large-value packages.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor negotiations

ERP (SAP/Oracle)

Contract management

Quality & compliance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Piping: Pipes (CS, SS, DI, HDPE, GRE, PVC), valves, fittings, flanges, gaskets, supports
• Structural Steel: Rolled sections (beams, channels, angles, plates), gratings, handrails, ladders
• Reinforcement Steel (TMT): As per structural BOQ and drawings
• Cement Civil Bulk Materials: OPC/PPC, GGBS, fly ash, aggregates, bricks, concrete additives

Float and manage RFQs, bid evaluations (technical + commercial), and vendor negotiations. Coordinate with engineering and site teams to ensure specifications and delivery timelines are met. Issue purchase orders (POs) aligned with project budget and contractual terms. Liaise with vendors for material submittals, inspections, and documentation. Track and expedite deliveries; resolve supply or quality-related issues. Maintain procurement logs, vendor data, and cost comparisons. Ensure compliance with internal procurement procedures and project requirements.

Additional Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategy for multiple projects or large-value packages.
• Develop and maintain key vendor relationships and rate contracts.
• Mentor junior procurement staff and assist in team planning.
• Support strategic sourcing and cost optimization initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor s Degree in Mechanical / Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of relevant procurement experience preferably in an EPC environment.
• Experience in sourcing and managing materials for piping, structural steel, and cement/civil works.
• Strong knowledge of IS/ASTM/ASME standards and civil/piping drawings.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Good knowledge of Incoterms, logistics, inspection, and vendor quality protocols.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in water wastewater, infrastructure, or industrial EPC projects.
• Exposure to both domestic and international suppliers.
• Familiarity with site requirements, packaging, and shipping logistics.