Project Engineer

AT Process Technologies; Berwick (ME); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AT Process Technologies is assembling a core team to own supplier relations and procurement for autonomous skidded systems in energetic manufacturing. You will manage sourcing, quotes, POs, and delivery while aligning with Process and Chemistry R&D to meet project timelines.

The role requires hands-on procurement, vendor negotiation, and strong engineering fundamentals to ensure quality, cost, and lead-time targets are met across multiple ongoing programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field.
• 2+ years in procurement, supply chain, or vendor-facing roles.
• Hands-on procurement and vendor negotiation experience.
• Ability to translate technical requirements into sourcing decisions.
• Experience supporting critical projects end-to-end.

Responsibilities

• Own supplier and vendor relationships end to end.
• Run full procurement cycle: sourcing, quotes, POs, delivery, receipt.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and lead times; resolve issues.
• Evaluate, qualify, and onboard new suppliers; maintain approved lists.
• Select components meeting technical, quality, cost, lead-time requirements.
• Work with engineering teams to interpret requirements and spec components.
• Develop and maintain product knowledge; advise on trade-offs.
• Own BOMs and keep purchasing data accurate.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor negotiation

Supplier management

Project coordination

Technical reading

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

ERP software

BOM management

Job description

Summary

ATP is building a core team of engineers to work alongside our Process and Chemistry R&D teams to develop an autonomous skidded system for next-generation energetics manufacturing. In this role you will own supplier relations, procurement, and component selection as they pertain to delivering project execution – the vendor-facing engineer who decides, alongside the team, what we buy, from whom, and on what terms to keep critical projects on schedule. You'll also aid in managing the project itself, helping keep scope, timelines, and priorities on track while working shoulder-to-shoulder with our Responsible and Test Engineers. The ideal candidate has previously worked on a team that delivers critical projects end-to-end through design, build, and execution and brings the engineering fundamentals to solve a wide range of problems quickly and rigorously.

Key Responsibilities

• Own supplier and vendor relationships end to end as the primary vendor-facing point of contact
• Run the full procurement cycle: sourcing, quotes, purchase orders, delivery, and receipt
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and lead times; resolve quality, delivery, and invoicing issues
• Evaluate, qualify, and onboard new suppliers; maintain approved/preferred-supplier lists
• Select components, parts, and materials that meet technical, quality, cost, and lead-time requirements
• Work with the Process, Chemistry, and engineering teams to interpret requirements and spec the right components
• Develop and maintain deep product, component, and application knowledge; advise on trade-offs and alternates
• Own bills of materials (BOMs) and keep purchasing data accurate and current
• Manage lead times, order tracking, expediting, and inventory to keep project schedules on track
• Identify and mitigate supply risk through second-sourcing, alternates, and continuity planning
• Work shoulder-to-shoulder with Responsible and Test Engineers through design, build, and execution
• Keep procurement and project records complete, accurate, and audit-ready (quotes, POs, specs, BOMs, warranties, acceptance records)
• Work closely with fabricators and machine shops to procure and manage the production of custom equipment and parts, ensuring specifications, timelines, and quality standards are met.
• Aid in managing the project helping keep scope, timelines, and priorities on track
• Contribute to test plans, technical documentation, and engineering reviews

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field
• 2+ years in procurement, supply chain, applications/component engineering, or a comparable vendor-facing role
• Hands-on procurement and vendor negotiation experience, including component and material selection
• Ability to read technical requirements and translate them into sourcing and component decisions
• Demonstrated experience supporting critical projects end-to-end (design, build, and execution)
• Strong engineering fundamentals and the ability to solve a wide range of problems quickly and rigorously
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; able to manage multiple concurrent priorities
• Strong documentation discipline and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience sourcing precision components, industrial automation/controls, fluid/process systems, or capital equipment
• Background in energetics, chemicals, process/manufacturing, biotech/pharma, or another regulated industry
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks (ITAR, CMMC, ISO, cGMP, or similar)
• Experience with an ERP or procurement/purchasing system and BOM management
• Exposure to skidded/modular system builds or autonomous/automated process systems

Additional Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• U.S. Person and ability to obtain a security clearance
• Ability to work on-site and travel as needed

ITAR Requirements

This position requires access to information and technology protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To conform to these regulations, applicants must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 CFR 120.62, which includes (i) U.S. citizens or nationals, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent residents (green card holders), (iii) refugees under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) asylees under 8 U.S.C. 1158.

• 120.62, which includes (i) U.S. citizens or nationals, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent residents (green card holders), (iii) refugees under 8 U.S.C.
• 1157, or (iv) asylees under 8 U.S.C.
• 1158.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AT Process Technologies is 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, disability, or protected veteran status

Reasonable Accommodation

If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

E-Verify

AT Process Technologies participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all newly hired employees.

Compensation Range

$100K - $180K