Procurement Engineer

EWI Recruitment; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ewi in Portugal is seeking a Senior Procurement Engineer specializing in electrical infrastructure to lead procurement strategy, RFQ processes, supplier management, and contract execution for EPC/EPCM projects.

You will coordinate with engineering teams, evaluate technical bids, manage supplier relationships including Nordic and international vendors, and ensure timely delivery and documentation. Fluency in English is required; Portuguese a plus.

Qualifications

• Education in electrical engineering or related technical field.
• 10+ years in procurement of electrical infrastructure equipment.
• Experience with HV/MV equipment procurement.
• Experience coordinating procurement activities with engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement plans aligned with project schedules.
• Prepare RFQs and perform technical bid evaluations.
• Manage supplier qualification, relationships and performance.
• Participate in commercial negotiations and drafting procurement contracts.
• Coordinate FAT, expediting and delivery logistics.

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement Strategy and Planning

• Prepare procurement plans aligned with project schedules and engineering requirements.
• Identify and evaluate suppliers for electrical infrastructure equipment, including HV/MV switchgear, transformers, protection relays, and control systems.
• Coordinate procurement activities with engineering and project management teams.
• Monitor procurement schedules to ensure timely delivery of equipment.
• Maintain procurement documentation and supplier records.

RFQ and Technical Evaluation

• Prepare Requests for Quotation (RFQs) for electrical equipment packages.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to define technical specifications.
• Perform technical and commercial bid evaluations.
• Prepare bid comparison reports and recommendations.
• Support technical clarification processes with suppliers.

Supplier Management

• Support supplier qualification and evaluation processes.
• Maintain relationships with approved suppliers and manufacturers, including key vendors such as ABB, Siemens, Schneider Electric, and other Nordic and international suppliers.
• Coordinate supplier documentation and technical submittals.
• Monitor supplier performance and compliance with project requirements.
• Support supplier development initiatives.

Contract Negotiation and Procurement Execution

• Participate in commercial negotiations with suppliers.
• Support preparation of purchase orders and procurement contracts.Ensure contractual terms align with project and company requirements.
• Monitor procurement budgets and cost efficiency.
• Support project teams in procurement decision-making.

Equipment Delivery and Project Support

• Coordinate Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Monitor supplier production schedules and expediting activities.
• Coordinate delivery logistics with project teams.
• Ensure procurement documentation is complete and aligned with engineering requirements.
• Support construction teams with equipment documentation and supplier coordination.

Required Qualifications & Competencies

Education: Degree in Electrical Engineering, Procurement, Engineering Management, or related technical discipline.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in procurement of electrical infrastructure equipment.
• Experience with HV or MV substation equipment procurement.
• Experience managing supplier negotiations and procurement processes.
• Experience coordinating procurement activities with engineering teams.
• Experience supporting EPC or EPCM infrastructure projects.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of electrical equipment including transformers, switchgear, protection and control systems, and auxiliary systems.
• Experience preparing RFQs and performing technical bid evaluations.
• Familiarity with procurement documentation and supplier qualification processes.
• Understanding of technical specifications for electrical infrastructure projects.
• Understanding of data center electrical equipment requirements and redundancy standards.
• Experience working with Nordic suppliers is considered an advantage.

Interpersonal & Communication Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication in English (Portuguese is considered a plus)
• EU citizenship preferred to facilitate site visits across Scandinavia.
• Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineering and project teams.
  

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.