Strategic Technical Procurement Lead - Fusion Tech

Fusion Energy Base; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Focused Energy in Austin is seeking a hands-on Technical Procurement Specialist to translate engineering needs into purchase orders, supplier commitments, and on-time deliveries.

You will manage the procurement cycle from requisition to delivery, work with engineering and project teams, and proactively assess supply risks to keep critical work on schedule.

This role offers exposure to cutting‑edge fusion technology and an international team, with clear ownership from day one.

Qualifications

• At least two years of procurement or purchasing experience, ideally in a technical, industrial, or project-driven environment.
• Experience with sourcing, purchase orders, supplier communication, invoice administration, and procurement tools or ERP systems.
• Degree or equivalent hands-on experience in mechanical, electrical, industrial engineering, or a related field, with the ability to read drawings, BOMs, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Procurement Operations & Delivery: Translate engineering requirements into clear specifications, quantities, lead times, and purchasing plans; Manage the procurement cycle from approved request through delivery; Coordinate with Finance on invoices and payment questions.
• Sourcing & Supplier Management: Research and source technical components and services; evaluate quotations, lead times, and terms; support supplier selection with the Lead Procurement Manager.
• Risk, Compliance & Reporting: Track open orders and delivery dates; maintain procurement risk registers; follow policy including NDA, IP, export-control requirements.

Skills

Procurement experience

Sourcing

Purchase orders

Supplier communication

Invoice administration

ERP systems

Reading drawings

BOMs

Specifications

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Focused Energy in Austin is seeking a hands-on Technical Procurement Specialist to translate engineering needs into purchase orders, supplier commitments, and on-time deliveries.

You will manage the procurement cycle from requisition to delivery, work with engineering and project teams, and proactively assess supply risks to keep critical work on schedule.

This role offers exposure to cutting‑edge fusion technology and an international team, with clear ownership from day one.