About Steelsworth

Steelsworth is an established engineering and manufacturing company operating since 1949. We are one of the leading manufacturers of tea processing machinery worldwide, exporting to over 35 countries.

We also manufacture industrial oil equipment for oil rig operators, bunk houses, portable cabins and other fabricated structures.

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to handle both technical engineering work and purchase activities at our Kolkata office.

The candidate will be responsible for sourcing engineering materials, coordinating with vendors, handling procurement, inspecting materials and supporting the technical requirements of our manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Purchase & Procurement

- Handle day-to-day purchase and procurement activities for engineering and manufacturing requirements.
- Identify and source suppliers for raw materials, machinery components and engineering products.
- Obtain quotations and compare prices, quality and delivery timelines.
- Negotiate prices and payment terms with suppliers.
- Prepare and process purchase orders.
- Follow up with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Develop and maintain relationships with existing and current suppliers.

2. Technical & Engineering Knowledge

- Understand and interpret mechanical and engineering drawings.
- Have good knowledge of CI (Cast Iron) and MS (Mild Steel) materials.
- Understand machining requirements, material specifications and engineering components.
- Calculate material quantities and prepare basic cost estimates.
- Coordinate with the factory and production teams to understand technical requirements.

3. Material Inspection & Quality Control

- Inspect incoming materials and components to ensure they meet required specifications.
- Check material quality, dimensions and quantities against purchase orders and drawings.
- Coordinate with suppliers in case of material defects or quality issues.




- Ensure the correct materials are purchased and delivered.

4. Transport & Logistics Management

- Coordinate and manage transporters for material movement and delivery.
- Arrange transportation for incoming and outgoing materials.
- Negotiate transportation charges and monitor delivery costs.
- Follow up on dispatches and ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Maintain proper records of transportation and delivery.

5. Coordination & Documentation

- Coordinate with suppliers, transporters, factory staff and internal departments.
- Maintain purchase orders, quotations, invoices and material records.
- Track material requirements and ensure timely procurement.
- Maintain records of purchases, inventory and material consumption.

Qualifications & Requirements
- Diploma or B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in purchase/procurement in an engineering or manufacturing company.
- Good understanding of mechanical drawings and technical specifications.
- Knowledge of machining, CI and MS materials.
- Experience in sourcing engineering materials and industrial components.
- Knowledge of material inspection and quality checking.
- Experience in vendor management, price negotiation and purchase coordination.
- Ability to manage transporters and logistics.
- Good knowledge of MS Excel and basic computer applications.
- Strong communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience Candidates who have worked in heavy engineering, fabrication, machine manufacturing or industrial equipment companies will be preferred.

Important: We are looking for someone who is technically strong in mechanical engineering but also has practical experience in purchase and procurement. The candidate should be capable of independently understanding material requirements, sourcing the correct materials, inspecting them and managing the complete purchase process.

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Purchase & Mechanical Engineer (Kolkata)
🏢 Steelsworth
📍 Kolkata