Procurement Engineer

Last Energy; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Last Energy in Austin, Texas is seeking a Procurement Engineer to assist in sourcing, purchasing, and managing products essential for facility operations. This role supports the Engineering team with supplier research, contract tracking, and purchase order processing.

The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented and organized, with a strong team-oriented mindset, effective communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers opportunities for contributions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support supplier research and selection by identifying potential vendors.
• Assist in managing supplier contracts, tracking key dates.
• Process purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized records of procurement activities.
• Coordinate closely with engineering, R&D, and finance teams.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Procurement software platforms

Job description

Last Energy is seeking a Procurement Engineer to assist in the sourcing, purchasing, and management of products critical to the development and operation of our facilities. This role will support the Engineering team with supplier research, vendor outreach, contract tracking, purchase order processing, and record keeping.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to contribute in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. This position is based in Austin, Texas.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Support supplier research and selection by identifying potential vendors and evaluating their alignment with Last Energy’s quality and reliability standards
• Assist in managing supplier contracts, tracking key dates, monitoring compliance, and helping to resolve issues as needed
• Process purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring they align with budget requirements and departmental needs
• Maintain organized records of procurement activities, including purchase orders, contracts, and correspondence
• Coordinate closely with engineering, R&D, and finance teams to understand procurement needs and ensure timely delivery of materials and services
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes and documentation
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field is preferred
• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Team-oriented mindset and ability to collaborate across departments
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Basic understanding of procurement or supply chain principles is preferred
• Prior internship or part-time experience in procurement, operations, or supply chain is preferred
• Exposure to procurement software platforms or tools is preferred