Procurement Engineer - Steam and Safety Valves

X-energy; Rockville (MD); Presencial; USD 80.175 - 133.625; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401K plan with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

X-energy is seeking a full-time professional in Rockville, Maryland, to implement supply chain processes and liaise with suppliers. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s in engineering or science and five years of experience in a similar role, with expertise in controls and safety valves.

The role involves developing supply chain plans, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring project goals are met in a regulated environment. A relocation package is available along with a competitive salary range of $80,175 - $133,625.

Formación

• Typically five years of experience in an engineering or supply-chain role.
• Experience in the nuclear industry or another highly regulated industry.
• Basic knowledge of typical power plant components.

Responsabilidades

• Identify and develop equipment and service suppliers.
• Develop strategic supply-chain plans and execution plans.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance to qualify suppliers.
• Manage contracts to ensure timely delivery.
• Negotiate contracts and commercial strategies.

Conocimientos

Experience with controls and safety valves

Knowledge of procurement processes

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation strategies

Market analysis

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science

Descripción del empleo

JOB DESCRIPTION

This role is responsible for implementation of the Supply Chain Process and acts as the primary liaison with key suppliers and company stakeholders. Experience with controls and safety valves, relief valves, steam service control and isolation valves is preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify and develop equipment and service suppliers to establish a robust supply chain that supports project goals and supply‑chain regional localization targets.
• Develop strategic supply‑chain plans to deliver valves for the company and its customers.
• Develop project‑specific supply‑chain execution plans to meet project schedule and cost goals.
• Prepare category plans, conduct spend and risk analysis; implement negotiation strategies; design and implement category and supplier risk mitigation strategies; manage contract administration within category.
• Conduct negotiations with suppliers regarding contract costing, schedule, terms & conditions (T&C), and technical requirements; negotiate long‑term strategic supplier agreements to achieve objectives and generate revenue.
• Manage equipment and service contracts to ensure on‑time purchase and delivery to the project schedule.
• Provide direction on commercial and contracting strategy to Engineering, Procurement, and other business units.
• Review specifications, equipment datasheets, and scopes of work to ensure all technical and quality requirements are specified accurately in supplier proposals.
• Coordinate with the Quality Assurance (QA) department to qualify suppliers, determine correct contract QA requirements, and identify appropriate hold and surveillance activities.
• Develop close working relationships with suppliers and end customers.
• Monitor supplier performance to ensure contract terms are met or exceeded; resolve performance issues.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior in all forms of communication.
• Analyze market conditions, project demands, and competing projects to secure the best pricing and available shop reservations.
• Support business development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science.
• Typically, five years of experience in an engineering or supply‑chain role.
• Experience with controls and safety valves, relief valves, steam service control and isolation valves.
• Experience developing scopes of work for services and technical and quality requirements for procurement of equipment.
• Experience in the nuclear industry or another highly regulated industry.
• Basic knowledge of typical power plant components.

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

Full time – Exempt

LOCATION

530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD.

HOURS

8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri

WORK SITE EXPECTATIONS

4 days a week in office, 1 day from home

RELOCATION PACKAGE

Relocation package available.

TRAVEL

10%

COMPENSATION

Salary range: $80,175 - $133,625. Pay is based on education, experience, and qualifications. Base salary only; benefits not included.

BENEFITS

X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match; medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; paid time off; and a tuition reimbursement / professional development policy that supports continuing education of employees.

EEO STATEMENT

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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