Major Equipment Procurement Engineer 2 4P/903

4P Consulting Inc.; Baxley (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

4P Consulting Inc. seeks an experienced Major Equipment Procurement Engineer II to support procurement, installation, integration, and optimization of large equipment for thermal and power generation processes.

The role combines engineering, procurement, vendor management, and project execution, requiring 5–10 years of experience and a strong background in major equipment procurement and related systems. On-site Baxley, GA engagement with a 1-year contract.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering required.
• 5–10 years of experience in engineering, procurement, installation or project support involving major equipment.
• Strong understanding of thermal processes and major equipment systems.
• Experience with vendor selection, technical bid evaluation, and supplier coordination.
• Experience with contract and procurement activities.
• Strong project management skills, including schedule and budget management.
• Knowledge of applicable safety requirements and industry standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with engineering teams, suppliers, contractors, and project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement for major equipment (boilers, turbines, heat exchangers, other thermal equipment).
• Support vendor identification, technical evaluations, bid reviews, and supplier selection.
• Review equipment specifications, designs, and technical requirements.
• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers on technical issues, schedules, and deliverables.
• Support contract negotiations and procurement documentation.
• Manage procurement budgets and identify cost-effective solutions.
• Track delivery schedules and help prevent project delays.
• Support QA and equipment inspection activities.
• Coordinate installation and integration with contractors and project teams.
• Support startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and performance testing.
• Monitor equipment performance, reliability, and efficiency.
• Maintain procurement/installation/commissioning/performance documentation.
• Provide technical support to engineering and project teams throughout lifecycle.

Skills

Major Equipment Procurement

Mechanical Engineering

Thermal Processes

Vendor Management

Technical Evaluation

Equipment Specifications

Contract Negotiation

Boilers

Turbines

Heat Exchangers

Installation Oversight

Commissioning

Quality Assurance

Project Management

Power Generation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Title: Major Equipment Procurement Engineer II
Location: Plant Hatch – Baxley, GA
Contract: 1 Year
Experience: 5–10 Years

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Major Equipment Procurement Engineer II to support the procurement, installation, integration, and optimization of major equipment used in thermal and power generation processes.

This role combines engineering, procurement, vendor management, and project execution responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with major equipment procurement, thermal systems, vendor technical evaluations, contract coordination, installation oversight, commissioning, and equipment performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities for major equipment such as:

  • Boilers

  • Turbines

  • Heat exchangers

  • Other thermal process equipment

• Support vendor identification, technical evaluations, bid reviews, and supplier selection.

• Review equipment specifications, designs, and technical requirements.

• Ensure equipment selections meet project, performance, safety, and quality requirements.

• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers regarding technical issues, schedules, and deliverables.

• Support contract negotiations and procurement documentation.

• Manage or support equipment procurement budgets and identify cost-effective solutions.

• Track equipment delivery schedules and help prevent project delays.

• Support quality assurance and equipment inspection activities.

• Coordinate installation and integration of major equipment with contractors and project teams.

• Support equipment startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and performance testing.

• Monitor equipment performance, reliability, and efficiency.

• Maintain procurement, installation, commissioning, and performance documentation.

• Provide technical support to engineering and project teams throughout the equipment lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering field.

• 5–10 years of experience in engineering, procurement, installation, or project support involving major equipment.

• Strong understanding of thermal processes and major equipment systems.

• Experience with vendor selection, technical bid evaluation, and supplier coordination.

• Experience with contract and procurement activities.

• Strong project management skills, including schedule and budget management.

• Knowledge of applicable safety requirements and industry standards.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to coordinate effectively with engineering teams, suppliers, contractors, and project stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Power generation or nuclear plant experience.

• Experience with boilers, turbines, heat exchangers, or other major plant equipment.

• Experience supporting equipment installation, startup, and commissioning.

• Experience with supply chain management and contract negotiation.

• Familiarity with project management and procurement software.

Key Skills

Major Equipment Procurement | Mechanical Engineering | Thermal Processes | Vendor Management | Technical Evaluation | Equipment Specifications | Contract Negotiation | Boilers | Turbines | Heat Exchangers | Installation Oversight | Commissioning | Quality Assurance | Project Management | Power Generation