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Our mission is to provide clean, safe, and virtually unlimited energy to the world. We are rapidly scaling and looking for talented individuals who thrive in building clarity and structure within fast-growing environments.\nWe are seeking aSupply Chain Engineer to lead the sourcing, development, and delivery of complex engineering systems and components across our programs.\nThis is not a traditional procurement role. You will operate at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and supplier development, ensuring that critical components-from precision optics and vacuum systems to mechanical assemblies and control hardware-are technically viable, manufacturable, and delivered on time.\nYou will embed within engineering teams and take ownership of supply chain strategy as part of system delivery, not as a downstream function.\nKey Responsibilities\nEngineering-Aligned Supply Chain\nPartner directly with Mechanical, Electrical, and Controls teams to define supply strategies aligned to system design.\n\nTranslate engineering requirements into sourcing and manufacturing plans.\n\nEnsure early supplier involvement in concept and design phases.\n\nSupplier Identification & Development\nIdentify, qualify, and develop suppliers for high-spec, first-of-a-kind components.\n\nBuild long-term partnerships with key vendors across Europe and globally.\n\nAssess supplier technical capability, capacity, and scalability.\n\nTechnical Procurement & Delivery\nSupport procurement of complex systems (e.g. vacuum equipment, precision machining, diagnostics hardware, control systems).\n\nManage RFQs, technical bid evaluations, and supplier selection in collaboration with engineering.\n\nDrive on-time delivery while maintaining technical and quality requirements.\n\nManufacturing & Build Strategy\nDefine make vs buy strategies in collaboration with engineering leadership.\n\nSupport development of manufacturing routes for bespoke components.\n\nEnsure design for manufacturability (DfM) is embedded early.\n\nQuality & Compliance\nEstablish quality expectations and inspection strategies with suppliers.\n\nSupport FAT/SAT processes and acceptance criteria definition.\n\nEnsure traceability and documentation standards are met.\n\nCost & Risk Management\nDevelop cost models and challenge assumptions during design phases.\n\nIdentify supply chain risks (technical, schedule, single-source) and mitigate early.\n\nSupport budgeting and cost tracking across projects.\n\nProgram Integration\nWork closely with Project Managers to align supply chain delivery with program milestones.\n\nProvide clear visibility on lead times, risks, and delivery status.\n\nSupport rapid iteration cycles typical of experimental systems.\n\nRequired Experience\n7+ years in engineering supply chain, technical procurement, or manufacturing engineering\n\nExperience sourcing complex, low-volume, high-spec systems (not commodity purchasing)\n\nStrong understanding of:\nMechanical fabrication & machining\n\nElectrical/control hardware supply\n\nPrecision or scientific equipment (e.g. vacuum, optics, diagnostics)\n\nProven ability to work directly with engineering teams on evolving designs\n\nExperience managing suppliers across Europe and/or internationally\n\nDesirable Experience\nExperience in fusion, aerospace, semiconductors, lasers, or advanced R&D environments\n\nFamiliarity with vacuum systems, high-energy systems, or scientific instrumentation\n\nExposure to first-of-a-kind (FOAK) system delivery\n\nUnderstanding of quality systems and inspection processes\n\nKey Skills\nStrong technical judgement (can challenge engineering and suppliers)\n\nAbility to operate in ambiguity and evolving designs\n\nSupplier negotiation and relationship management\n\nStructured problem solving and risk management\n\nClear communication across engineering and commercial teams\n\nWhat Success Looks Like\nCritical components are sourced early, correctly, and without rework cycles\n\nSuppliers are integrated into engineering, not reacting to finished designs\n\nLead times and risks are visible and actively managed\n\nEngineering teams see supply chain as an enabler of delivery, not a blocker\n\nWhy This Role Matters\nThis role is central to transitioning Focused Energy from design to delivery.\nWithout a strong engineering-led supply chain, FOAK systems will fail on cost, schedule, and manufacturability.\nFocused Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.\nPursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Focused Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.\nCompensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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