Technical Procurement Engineer

About the Role

The Technical Procurement Engineer provides specialized technical expertise in support of strategic sourcing, supplier development, and the procurement of complex, highly engineered materials and services. This role partners closely with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Program Management to ensure all procured materials, components, and services meet technical, quality, regulatory, cost, and schedule requirements. The position primarily supports NOG-J and contributes to broader Tennessee Operations initiatives as business needs evolve.

Responsibilities

• Supports strategic sourcing, negotiation, and procurement of materials and services, including raw materials, machining, fabrication, forgings, welding materials, and other technical commodities.
• Conducts supplier assessments such as audits, competency evaluations, qualification activities, and ongoing surveillance.
• Develops, reviews, and issues procurement specifications, technical packages, statements of work, subcontractor submittal requirements, and inspection and testing plans.
• Reviews supplier proposals, technical exceptions, manufacturing plans, inspection results, calibration records, and certifications to ensure full compliance with requirements.
• Serves as the primary engineering interface with suppliers for subcontracted components, ensuring fabrication processes meet all technical and quality standards.
• Leads and contributes to internal technical teams evaluating supplier performance and resolving issues involving discrepant or degraded materials.
• Collaborates with engineering, purchasing, and quality teams to identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers.
• Supports the development of cost estimates and contributes to program efficiencies through process improvements.
• Applies independent judgment to resolve complex technical procurement challenges while meeting cost, schedule, and compliance expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least ten (10) years of experience in technical procurement, materials management, or purchasing.
• Experience with supplier qualification, ASME NQA-1, FAR/DFAR/DEAR regulations, and DOE facility operations.
• Strong technical understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, quality control, and failure analysis.
• Strong negotiation, communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, interpret complex technical requirements, and prepare detailed procurement documentation.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Q clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering degree.
• Candidates without an engineering degree but with demonstrated technical competency and direct experience supporting engineering, supplier qualification, or technical procurement will also be considered.

Pay

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $86,450 and $136,000 per year. The base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package may also include an annual cash incentive and a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits.

Location

On-site in Jonesborough, TN