Procurement Specification Authority/Engineer

Savannah River National Laboratory•Aiken, SC

About The Position

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is seeking an experienced Procurement Specification Authority/Engineer to join our Engineering team supporting an 800,000 square foot Research and Development campus with administrative, industrial, and nuclear facilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering
6-8 years of experience in facility system maintenance and design in a government, commercial, or industrial environment
Understanding of engineering drawings, specifications and technical requirements
Awareness of codes/standards (e.g., ASME, ASTM, ISO, NQA-1, etc.)
For ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, US Citizenship is Legally Required

Nice To Haves

Master’s in business administration
Experience in a nuclear laboratory or nuclear material processing environment
Experience with RFQs, RFPs, bid evaluations, and vendor selection
Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, etc.)
Project scope development and execution experience preferred
Working knowledge of DOE procurement regulations (e.g., DEAR, FAR, and DOE O 413.3B)

Responsibilities

Oversee purchases of technical equipment and service contracts
Collaborate with stakeholders for contract negotiations based on project specifications
Identify technical requirements for goods or services in support of SRNL facilities or projects
Schedule and manage procurement activities to ensure timely delivery
Assist in negotiating contracts with suppliers
Perform or assist in site screenings for chemicals, materials, or services
Arrange meetings between design authority, design engineers, R&D, and suppliers
Source low-cost suppliers as alternatives to single/sole sources
Develop control plans for procurement quality levels 1 & 2
Estimate procurement costs prior to purchase orders
Facilitate material substitution and standardization
Review suppliers for quality, cost, and responsiveness
Implement streamlined procurement processes and identify cost-saving opportunities
Review and update procurement procedures
Track procurement items and cost forecasts for continuous operations
Review, validate and approve invoices for services in accordance with financial and contractual requirements
Develop and define inspection criteria for materials and equipment to ensure compliance with engineering requirements