Purchasing Engineer/Expert_HC
Core
Lead value analysis and value engineering (VAVE) projects to drive technical cost-downs for HVAC products without compromising quality or performance.
Role type
Senior VAVE Purchasing Engineer
Builds
Optimized BOMs, components, and processes for HVAC products
Domain
HVAC industry + Supply Chain/Procurement
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
VAVE project leadership, BOM rationalization, target costing, supplier negotiation, cross-functional workshop facilitation, change management (ECN/PCN), cost modeling, technical drawing reading, HVAC component knowledge
Preferred skills
HVAC industry experience, global mindset, market intelligence, sustainability considerations
Technologies
GD&T, DFMEA, DFX, TCO assessment tools
Responsibilities
Lead and manage technical cost-down projects across the product lifecycle; conduct value analysis and function-oriented cost modeling; drive supplier engagement for VAVE activities; facilitate cross-functional workshops to optimize components and processes; support NPI and change-management processes; prepare and present status updates, savings reports, and KPI dashboards
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC