Equipment Sourcing Engineer

X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page, . We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at .Job DescriptionCombine your engineering knowledge and business insights, to vet engineering services, equipment designers and fabricators to help develop a supplier network that will support the Xe-100 high temperature gas cooler reactor. Work with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supplier partners to source first-of-a-kind equipment and components critical to reactor success.Our ideal candidate has a strong, continuing interest in engineering, but has also recognized engineering has an inseparable business connection balancing engineering endeavors with real world capability, cost, and timeline. Candidates with an Engineering degree and a MBA preferred.Job Profile Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in engineering or science or MBA with a technical background preferred.Typically, ten years of experience in a supply chain role required.Experience with developing scopes of work for services and technical and quality requirements for procurement of equipment.Experience with supplier negotiations.Experience developing project plans, schedules, and costing models.Experience in nuclear industry or other highly regulated industry.Technical knowledge about the manufacture, operation, and maintenance of typical power plant components.Job Profile Tasks/ResponsibilitiesIdentify and develop equipment and service suppliers to establish a robust supply chain that supports project goals and supply chain regional localization targets.Develop strategic supply chain plans which deliver valve for the company and its customers.Develop project specific supply chain execution plans to meet the project schedule and cost goals.Prepare category plans, perform category spend and risk analysis; plan and implement negotiation strategies; design and implement category and supplier risk mitigation strategies; plan and implement contract management for contracts within category.Conduct negotiations with suppliers relative to contract costing, schedule, Terms & Conditions (T&Cs), and technical requirements. Negotiate and establish long term strategic supplier agreements to achieve strategic objectives and generate revenue.Manage equipment and service contracts to ensure on time purchase and delivery to the project schedule.Provide direction on commercial and contracting strategy to the Engineering, Procurement, and other business units.Perform reviews of specifications, equipment datasheets, and Scopes of Work to ensure all technical and quality requirements are specified to facility accurate supplier proposals.Coordinate with the Quality Assurance (QA) department to qualify suppliers, determine correct contract QA requirements, and identify appropriate hold and surveillance activities.Develop close working relationships with supplier and end customers.Monitor supplier performance to ensure that contract terms and conditions are being met or exceeded and performance meets customer expectations. Take initiate to resolve supplier performance issues.Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.Analyze market conditions, project demands, and competing project to secure the best pricing and available shop reservations.Support business development activities.Perform other duties as assigned by manager.Location: 9801 Washingtonian Blvd Gaithersburg, MD Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-FriWork Site Expectations: 4 days a week in office, 1 day from home Travel: 10%CompensationAs required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.Offers within the posted salary range are commensurate with the individual’s qualifications for the position, along with a view on internal equity, market data, and room for growth. The salary range for this position is:$106,400- $149,000Position Job ClassificationFull time - ExemptBenefitsX Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees. An Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.X Energy, LLC participates in E-Verify. Please visit the links below for more information about E-Verify and the protection of your Right to Work.Right To Work Link: If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away (e-verify.gov)E-Verify Participation Link: E-Verify Participation Poster English and SpanishSummaryLocation: Rockville, MDType: Full time