Principal Procurement Engineer
About The Position
As a Principal Procurement Engineer, you will manage all the procurement activities (pre-Purchase Order (PO) and post-PO) for APX Supply Chain Team. You will lead the delivery of Cranes and Fuel Handling Equipment (FHE), ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and quality standards. You will be an individual contributor responsible for large-scale AP1000 New Plant Procurement Projects, working with teams to accomplish project implementation plans. Lead all procurement activities in assigned programs to assure readiness for pre-PO and post-PO to ensure predictive delivery during execution. You will partner with APX Supply Chain teams to support project charters, benefits realization, and resource planning. Monitor active projects by tracking status, removing roadblocks, and escalating issues. Coordinate project changes across team members. Contribute to the development of sourcing plans that minimize risk, create savings, and ensure reliable, predictive delivery through project execution. You will report to the WBS6 Cranes and FHE manager and be located at the Cranberry Township, PA office on a hybrid basis. We will not provide relocation for this position.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in contract and project administration
- Experience supporting complex engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects
- Team player with the ability to collaborate across regions and product lines
- Engage at all organizational levels
- Relationship‑building skills with a focus on long‑term partnerships
- Translate strategy into measurable operational results
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project or comparable project management tools
- Ability to travel globally up to 20%
Responsibilities
- Approve safety‑related requisitions and communicate applicable requirements to suppliers.
- Partner with Offer, Project, and Commercial Teams to develop procurement strategies.
- Identify demand, assess potential suppliers, and maintain supplier communication channels.
- Analyze commodity cost drivers to identify savings opportunities and improve supplier value.
- Build supplier relationships; lead resolution of contract and performance issues.
- Source materials using the corporate Approved Supplier List (ASL) process.
- Evaluate supplier operational and commercial factors, including financial stability, capacity, main customers, and competitors; communicate capacity, performance, and market constraints to team members.
- Assess supplier capacity, capability, and manufacturing processes against technical requirements in collaboration with SPE.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal procurement policies.
- Manage supplier commitments post–purchase order or contract, including change and contract management.
- Analyze entitlements and cost impacts; support negotiation, agreement drafting, and SAP updates.
- Support Accounts Payable in resolving invoice and purchase order discrepancies.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
- Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
- 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
- Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
- Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
- Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
- Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
- Employee Referral Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
