PipeWize Ltd.
Mechanical Procurement Engineer
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Mechanical Procurement Engineer
Location: London, UK – office based, with travel as required
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
About PipeWize Ltd
PipeWize Ltd is a growing mechanical and industrial contractor delivering coded welding, pipefitting, mechanical installation, lifting and rigging services across major construction, energy, nuclear, manufacturing and renewable-energy projects.
As our operations continue to expand, we are seeking an experienced Mechanical Procurement Engineer to manage the sourcing and procurement of mechanical equipment, materials, and subcontracted services for both tender preparation and project delivery.
The Role
The Mechanical Procurement Engineer will work closely with the engineering, commercial and project teams to ensure that all materials and equipment are technically compliant, commercially competitive and delivered in accordance with project schedules.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the procurement of mechanical equipment, piping materials, valves, fittings, supports, structural components and associated services.
- Review engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials and material take-offs to establish procurement requirements.
- Prepare and issue requests for quotation to approved and potential suppliers.
- Evaluate supplier quotations from technical, commercial and delivery perspectives.
- Prepare bid comparison sheets and make supplier recommendations.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, warranties and other commercial conditions.
- Raise and manage purchase orders in line with approved budgets and company procedures.
- Coordinate with engineering teams to resolve technical queries and ensure purchased items meet project specifications.
- Monitor orders, expedite deliveries and identify potential supply-chain delays.
- Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, logistics providers and project teams throughout the procurement process.
- Ensure all required quality and compliance documentation is obtained, including material certificates, inspection records, test certificates, warranties and technical data sheets.
- Support supplier inspections, non-conformance resolution and material acceptance processes.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier information and cost reports.
- Monitor procurement expenditure against project budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with reliable UK and international suppliers.
- Support the evaluation, approval and ongoing performance monitoring of suppliers.
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Essential Requirements
- Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Procurement, Supply Chain Management or a related discipline.
- Previous procurement experience within mechanical construction, industrial engineering, piping, energy, power generation or a similar project-based environment.
- Strong understanding of mechanical materials, equipment, drawings and technical specifications.
- Experience preparing RFQs, evaluating quotations and negotiating with suppliers.
- Good knowledge of purchase orders, supplier management, expediting and project delivery requirements.
- Strong commercial awareness and cost-control skills.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple procurement packages and competing deadlines.
- Competence in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and procurement or ERP systems.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to suppliers, offices and project sites when required.
- Right to work in the United Kingdom.
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Desirable Requirements
- Experience procuring piping, valves, fittings, fabricated steelwork or mechanical installation packages.
- Established relationships with UK mechanical and industrial suppliers.
- Experience working on major construction, energy, nuclear, manufacturing or renewable-energy projects.
- Knowledge of relevant material standards, certification requirements and quality documentation.
- Membership of CIPS or another relevant professional organisation.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
- Opportunity to contribute to major mechanical, industrial, energy and renewable-energy projects.
- Career development within a growing UK contractor.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Exposure to a broad range of engineering and procurement activities.
PipeWize Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to maintaining a fair, inclusive and respectful workplace. To apply, please submit your CV and a brief covering email outlining your relevant experience to: hr@pipewize.co.uk
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