Engineer - Technical Purchase

Endress+Hauser Flowtec AG; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Indiana seeks a Mechanical/Electrical Engineer specializing in machine building. The role involves procurement and managing supplier relationships. The ideal candidate should have an engineering degree, 4-12 years of experience, and proficiency in SAP MM. Additionally, strong communication skills are essential for this international context, along with self-motivation and the ability to work in a cross-functional team. Some travel within India may be required.

Qualifications

• 4 to 12 years of experience in engineering purchases.
• Familiarity with ERP, preferably SAP, to maintain purchasing data.
• Understanding engineering drawings, including GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in sourcing market surveillance for process plant construction.
• Ensuring on-time deliveries with the right quality.
• Performing procurement exercises for various parts.

Skills

Procurement

Communication skills

SAP MM

Education

Engineering degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

MS applications

Job description

We are looking for a Mechanical/Electrical Engineer focused on machine building and its related parts. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in procurement, proficiency in SAP MM, and strong communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in sourcing market surveillance and scouting for process plant construction
• Ensuring on‑time deliveries at the right quality
• Performing procurement exercises for different parts
• Managing supplier rating and relationship management
• Maintaining QMS documentation
• Following up with suppliers for machine building and its components
• Maintaining material masters, info records, and vendor master’s within the SAP MM module
• Releasing purchase orders and monitoring on‑time material receipts and vendor payments
• Maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date vendor records, ensuring legal and statutory compliances

Commodity Focus

• Pipe manufacturing, welding, machining, fabrication, forging, press parts, plates
• Electrical panels manufacturing, electrical and electronic components
• Catalogue items such as pumps, tools, valves, hydraulic and pneumatic components
• Surface treatment works, blasting, painting

Other Requirements

Understanding engineering drawings, including GD&T; teamwork and self‑motivation; awareness of environmental, health, safety, and energy requirements as IMS standards.

Required Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 4 to 12 years of experience in engineering purchases
• Willingness to travel within India
• Experience working in an engineering company or with project equipment
• Proficiency in SAP MM, MS applications, and knowledge of engineering materials
• Familiarity with ERP, preferably SAP, to maintain purchasing data such as vendor records
• Strong communication skills for an international context
• Self‑motivated and able to work on own initiative and as part of a cross‑functional team

Good to Have

• Diploma / Graduate / MBA in Materials Management
• Basic German language knowledge
• Integrated Management System Auditor certification
• Experience using the Jaggaer supplier platform