Senior Procurement Engineer - Multiple Positions

Full Timesenior

Washington, District of Columbia, USPosted 4 days ago

Role Overview

CPS, Inc. is hiring a Senior Procurement Engineer - Multiple Positions. This is a full-time role in Washington. posted 4 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

Due to tremendous growth, my client, a $3B leading engineering and construction contractor, is seeking Sr. Procurement Engineers to join their dynamic team.

Department: Supply Chain / Strategic Sourcing

Locations: Northern VA; South Hill, VA; York, NC; Atlanta, GA; Richmond, VA; Temple, TX; Washington D.C

Reports To: Procurement Manager or Director of Strategic Sourcing

Position Overview

The Senior Buyer / Senior Procurement Engineer plays a key role in bridging engineering and procurement functions, ensuring that all sourced materials, components, and systems meet technical specifications, cost targets, and quality standards. This position is ideal for a mechanical or electrical engineer with strong analytical, supplier management, and cost-optimization skills who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing or technology-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead technical sourcing activities for electrical, mechanical, and electro-mechanical components, systems, and assemblies for assigned projects.
Collaborate closely with Quality, Project Managers and Manufacturing Engineering to translate engineering requirements into supplier specifications.
Evaluate and select suppliers based on technical capability, cost, quality, and delivery performance.
Conduct cost analysis and value engineering to drive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
Review and interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications to ensure supplier compliance.
Support new product introduction (NPI) by identifying qualified suppliers and managing sourcing from concept to production.
Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues, manage change orders, and maintain supplier alignment.
Negotiate commercial and technical terms to achieve optimal cost, lead time, and service levels.
Monitor supplier performance and lead supplier development or corrective action initiatives as needed.
Stay current on market trends, new materials, and emerging technologies relevant to assigned categories.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Finance (Master’s preferred).
3-10 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supplier engineering within a manufacturing or engineering-focused industry.
Strong technical background in electrical and/or mechanical systems, with the ability to interpret complex drawings and specifications.
Demonstrated success in supplier negotiations, cost analysis, and value engineering.
Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, sourcing tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent communication, cross-functional collaboration, and project management skills.
Must be a US Citizen and to able to obtain security clearance

My client is offering a generous compensation package and growth potential in a fast-paced progressive environment.

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Where is the Senior Procurement Engineer - Multiple Positions position at CPS, Inc. located?

This position is based in Washington. CPS, Inc. has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Senior Procurement Engineer - Multiple Positions at CPS, Inc. earn?

CPS, Inc. has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Senior Procurement Engineer - Multiple Positions role at CPS, Inc. posted?

This role was posted on July 18, 2026 (4 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

How much experience does the Senior Procurement Engineer - Multiple Positions role at CPS, Inc. require?

This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. CPS, Inc. lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.