Job Summary The Purchase Engineer is responsible for the sourcing, procurement, supplier development, and commercial management of bought-out components used in gas engine-based power generation systems. The role includes procurement of generators (alternators), gearboxes, heat exchangers, sensors, pumps, valves, turbochargers, control systems, electrical panels, and other critical mechanical and electrical components while ensuring quality, cost competitiveness, and on-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing

- Source domestic and international suppliers for gas engine components.
- Identify technically competent suppliers capable of meeting engineering specifications.
- Develop alternate sources to reduce supply risk.
- Conduct supplier capability assessments and technical-commercial evaluations.

Procurement

- Float RFQs based on engineering specifications and Bill of Materials (BOM).
- Evaluate quotations considering technical compliance, pricing, delivery, warranty, and lifecycle costs.
- Negotiate commercial terms including:
- Pricing, Payment terms, Incoterms, Warranty, Delivery schedules, Tooling charges, After-sales support
- Issue Purchase Orders and monitor execution until delivery.

Product Categories

Responsible for procurement of

Mechanical Components

- Generators / Alternators, Gearboxes, Plate Heat Exchangers, Radiators, Charge Air Coolers, Exhaust Heat Exchangers, Pumps, Expansion Tanks, Oil Coolers, Thermostats, Versatile Couplings, Vibration Mounts, Engine Mountings, Air Filters, Silencers, Exhaust Systems

Instrumentation

- Temperature Sensors, Pressure Sensors, Speed Sensors, Knock Sensors, Lambda Sensors, Vibration Sensors, Flow Sensors, Pressure Switches, Temperature Switches, Transmitters

Electrical Components





- Engine Control Units (ECU), PLC Systems, HMI, Synchronizing Panels, MCC Panels, LT Panels, Power Cables, Wiring Harnesses, Relays, Contactors, Circuit Breakers, Protection Relays, Battery Chargers

Fluid Systems

- Gas Trains, Pressure Regulators, Gas Filters, Solenoid Valves, Safety Shut-off, Valves, Flame Arrestors, Pressure Relief Valves

Bought-Out Standard Components

- Bearings, Fasteners, Seals, Gaskets, Hoses, Hydraulic Fittings, Pneumatic Fittings, Lubrication Components

Supplier Development

- Develop and qualify Indian and global suppliers.
- Conduct supplier audits.
- Monitor supplier performance.
- Maintain Approved Vendor List (AVL).
- Drive supplier quality improvements.
- Develop localization opportunities for imported components.

Commercial Management

- Negotiate annual rate contracts.
- Conduct annual price reviews.
- Monitor commodity price trends.
- Prepare cost analyses and total cost of ownership (TCO) evaluations.
- Identify value engineering opportunities.

Cross Functional Coordination

Coordinate with

- Design Engineering, Production, Quality Assurance, Projects, Service Department, Finance, Logistics

Quality Management

- Ensure procurement complies with engineering specifications.
- Resolve supplier quality issues.
- Review inspection reports.
- Support supplier corrective actions (CAPA).
- Monitor supplier PPM and rejection trends.

Logistics & Delivery

- Expedite critical components.
- Track deliveries.
- Coordinate imports and customs clearance where applicable.
- Ensure timely material availability for production.

Documentation

Maintain

RFQs, Comparative Statements, Purchase Orders, Supplier Contracts, Cost Sheets, Vendor Evaluation Reports, Supplier Performance Scorecards, Procurement MIS

📌 Purchase Engineer (Generators, Gearboxes, Heat Exchangers, Sensors & Engine Components) (Pune)
🏢 Sachin Shishupal Patle ( Proprietor of Hr Remedy India )
📍 Pune