About this opportunity
Sandalwood Engineering & Ergonomics lists this Procurement Engineer opportunity in columbus, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Sandalwood Engineering & Ergonomics is an industry-leading consulting firm specializing in engineering and ergonomics solutions for manufacturers. Our mission is to help clients reduce work‑related risks, improve productivity, and enhance employee health through innovative programs, research, and technology. We work closely with manufacturers across many sectors, supporting stakeholders from executives to the factory floor.
As a Procurement Engineer, you will play a critical role in the development and implementation of engineering solutions within manufacturing environments. This position is responsible for leading projects from concept through implementation, including solution development, supplier selection, procurement, installation, and commissioning. The successful candidate will work closely with suppliers, manufacturing teams, ergonomists, and other stakeholders to deliver turnkey material‑handling and process improvement solutions that enhance safety, ergonomics, and operational performance.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development and implementation of manufacturing, ergonomic, and material‑handling solutions for manufacturing processes with significant ergonomic risk exposure
Develop and evaluate engineering concepts and turnkey solutions to reduce ergonomic risk and improve operational efficiency
Coordinate and manage supplier sourcing activities, including supplier identification, technical evaluations, RFQs, supplier selection, and contract support
Collaborate with suppliers to engineer, design, manufacture, install, and validate manufacturing, ergonomic, and material‑handling solutions
Manage project capital budgets, procurement activities, timelines, and implementation schedules to ensure successful project execution
Lead design reviews and stakeholder meetings to gain alignment and approval throughout the project lifecycle
Coordinate cross‑functional teams including manufacturing, maintenance, safety, ergonomics, operations, quality, and management personnel
Facilitate equipment installation, commissioning, runoff activities, buyoff processes, and final acceptance of implemented solutions
Verify that all proposed and installed solutions meet ergonomic, safety, quality, and operational requirements
Develop project documentation, technical specifications, implementation plans, and supplier performance metrics
Support employee training and change management activities associated with newly implemented equipment and processes
Track project status, risks, issues, and corrective actions while providing regular updates to stakeholders
Serve as the primary technical liaison between suppliers, clients, and internal project teams throughout all phases of implementation
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Ergonomics, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
5+ years of experience managing engineering projects within a manufacturing environment
Experience leading capital equipment procurement, supplier selection, and equipment implementation projects.
Experience working with external suppliers, integrators, and equipment manufacturers
Demonstrated project management experience, including budget management, scheduling, and resource coordination
Experience leading cross‑functional teams and collaborating with multiple stakeholders
Strong problem‑solving, communication, and organizational skills
Experience supporting equipment installation, commissioning, runoff, and buyoff activities
English proficiency sufficient for professional work
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States at time of application
Preferred Qualifications
Experience implementing automated or semi‑automated material‑handling solutions
Experience working within automotive manufacturing environments
Knowledge of ergonomics assessment methodologies and risk‑reduction strategies
Familiarity with health and safety requirements related to manufacturing equipment and ergonomic compliance
Experience developing equipment specifications and managing supplier design reviews
Familiarity with lifting assists, robotic systems, conveyors, manipulators, and other ergonomic material‑handling technologies
Experience managing multiple capital projects simultaneously
PMP certification or formal project management training
Experience delivering turnkey engineering solutions from concept through production implementation
Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Profit Sharing
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Break, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, we participate with E‑Verify. If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1‑248‑848‑9500.
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Worksite address
columbus, IN, 47201, US
Who can apply
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