Strategic Tech Procurement Specialist

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

Job summary

Focused Energy in Austin seeks a Technical Procurement Specialist to source specialized components and services for a first‑of‑its‑kind fusion facility. You will translate technical requirements into purchase orders, manage risk, and ensure on‑time deliveries alongside engineering and project teams.

The role requires at least two years in procurement in technical settings, with experience in sourcing, POs, supplier communications, and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of procurement or purchasing experience in technical environments.
• Experience with sourcing, purchase orders, supplier communication, and ERP systems.
• Degree or equivalent hands‑on experience in mechanical, electrical, industrial engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Translate engineering requirements into specifications, quantities, lead times, and purchasing plans.
• Manage the procurement cycle from approved request through delivery, informing teams of status, risks and changes.
• Prepare, issue, and administer purchase orders; coordinate with Finance on invoices and payment questions.
• Research and source technical components and services (vacuum hardware, cryogenic systems, HV equipment, lasers).
• Request and evaluate quotations, pricing, lead times, and terms; support supplier selection.
• Maintain supplier relationships and support performance reviews, spend tracking and procurement reporting.
• Track open orders, delivery dates, backorders, and requirement changes; escalate delays early.
• Follow NDA, IP, and export‑control requirements (ITAR/EAR) and keep procurement records current.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Ambiguity tolerance

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Job description

Focused Energy in Austin seeks a Technical Procurement Specialist to source specialized components and services for a first‑of‑its‑kind fusion facility. You will translate technical requirements into purchase orders, manage risk, and ensure on‑time deliveries alongside engineering and project teams.

The role requires at least two years in procurement in technical settings, with experience in sourcing, POs, supplier communications, and ERP systems.