Technical Supply Chain Engineer

The Technical Supply Chain Engineer will lead the specification, supplier quality qualification, manufacturing process/capability verification, technical support for RFQ, value engineering, and support procurement of critical infrastructure components, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Low Voltage (LV) and Medium Voltage (MV) equipment, and Energy Management System (EMS) communications hardware.

 The primary objective of this role is to serve as the decisive bridge between our engineering team and the external supply chain. The Technical Supply Chain Engineer will act as the technical liaison for vendors, handling component specification inquiries, resolving supply issues, and managing quality related vendor performance. By filtering external noise and proactively managing vendor technical queries, you will help accelerate time to market and product development success.

Requirements

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:  

• Translate high-level engineering requirements into detailed purchasing specifications for BESS components, switchgear (LV/MV), transformers, inverters, and EMS rack communication equipment (switches, servers, controllers).  
• Independently review and approve vendor technical submittals and datasheets to ensure they meet project specifications, only escalating critical design deviations to the engineering team.  
• Proactively identify and qualify "form-fit-function" alternates for long-lead or obsolete components to maintain production schedules without requiring extensive engineering redesigns.  
• Interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment specifications to determine correct component requirements.  
• Serve as the single point of contact for supplier technical queries (RFIs). Triage and answer most questions regarding component specs, interface requirements, and compliance standards independently.  
• Support RFQ preparation, evaluate supplier bids including technical portion, quality, technical risks lead times, and warranty conditions.  
• Collaborate with Engineering and Supply Chain to find alternative materials or design changes to drive cost optimization and implement DFX.
• Maintain organized records of component options, supplier technical evaluations and support procurement RFQ.   
• Perform other duties as assigned.  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

•  To perrform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Understanding of LV and MV power distribution components.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and single-line diagrams.
• Familiarity with industrial communication systems.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards (UL 1741, UL 9540, IEEE 1547, NEC) and how they apply to component selection.
• High degree of autonomy; ability to make technical judgment calls on component acceptability based on standards and requirements.
• Understanding of procurement concepts including pricing, lead time, and warranty.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in supply chain engineering or electrical sourcing.  
• Domain experience with renewable energy systems (Solar/Wind/Battery), motor drives, substation equipment, electrical switchgear or similar. 

Physical Requirements & Work Environment  

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
• Regularly required to stand and walk, with frequent lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.   
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Hearing protection may be recommended and/or required in some work locations.  
• Domestic and international travel may be required.