Job Description

About Zeeco:

Zeeco designs and manufactures

advanced industrial combustion and pollution control technologies

serving the petroleum, chemical, petrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries. The company's comprehensive product portfolio includes

ultra-low emission burners, gas and liquid flaring systems, vapor control systems, and hazardous waste incineration solutions

, supporting clients in meeting stringent safety, reliability, and environmental compliance requirements.

Zeeco's corporate headquarters is located near

Tulsa, Oklahoma (USA)

, on a modern, debt-free

230-acre campus

that includes a

66,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility

and one of the industry's

largest combustion research and testing centers

. With a strong global footprint, Zeeco operates through subsidiaries in the

United States, United Kingdom, South Korea, India, Saudi Arabia, and Japan

, enabling localized execution and global project delivery.

At Zeeco, we foster a culture that

challenges conventional approaches

, encourages

technical and operational innovation

, and

recognizes individual contributions

. The organization values integrity, accountability, and collaboration across all functions.

Position Overview:

The

Procurement Engineer / Procurement Specialist

is responsible for executing end-to-end procurement activities for raw materials and bought-out items required for the fabrication and delivery of

industrial combustion and pollution control systems

. The role ensures timely availability of technically compliant materials while maintaining strict adherence to

cost, quality, and delivery objectives

in line with project schedules and organizational budgets.

Working closely with

Engineering, Planning, Quality, Estimation, and Project teams

, the incumbent will manage RFQ issuance, supplier evaluations, commercial negotiations, purchase order finalization, and material expediting. The role demands a strong understanding of

engineering materials, international codes and standards

, and supplier capabilities relevant to combustion and fired-equipment applications.

This position plays a critical role in supporting project execution by

mitigating supply-chain risks, optimizing procurement costs, maintaining approved vendor compliance

, and upholding Zeeco's ethical standards and performance-driven culture. The successful candidate will contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes and support accurate cost inputs for future bids and proposals.


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Educational Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in

Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering

, or a related technical discipline. Additional certifications in

Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or Materials Management

will be considered an added advantage.
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Experience Requirements:

5 to 10 years of relevant procurement experience

in heavy engineering, EPC, or manufacturing environments, preferably within

combustion systems, fired equipment, process equipment, or pressure vessel industries

. Proven exposure to procurement of

raw materials and bought-out items

such as plates, pipes, structural steel, forgings, fasteners, welding consumables, gaskets, and fittings. Hands-on experience working with

approved vendor lists (AVL)

, RFQ processes, bid evaluations, and PO finalization. Experience in supporting

fabrication-driven projects

with tight delivery schedules and cost controls.
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Technical & Functional Skills:

Strong understanding of

engineering drawings, BOMs, material requisitions (MRs), and technical delivery conditions (TDCs)

. Working knowledge of

international material and fabrication standards

such as ASTM, ASME, API, ISO, DIN, and EN. Familiarity with

quality documentation

, including Mill Test Certificates (MTCs), EN 10204 (3.1 / 3.2), and basic material traceability requirements. Exposure to

vendor negotiations

, commercial terms, Incoterms, payment terms, and delivery clauses. Ability to coordinate effectively with

Engineering, Planning, Quality, Inspection, and Estimation teams

. Experience in

expediting materials

, tracking delivery schedules, and resolving supply-chain-related issues. Competency in maintaining

material cost databases

and providing reliable costing inputs to proposal and estimation teams. Proficiency in

ERP systems (SAP / Oracle or equivalent)

and strong working knowledge of

MS Excel

for bid tabulation and cost analysis.
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Key responsibilities included:

Interpreting

Material Requisitions (MRs), BOMs, drawings, and technical specifications

issued by engineering for fired and pressure equipment. Issuing

RFQs to approved and technically qualified vendors

, obtaining compliant offers, and performing

commercial and technical bid evaluations

. Ensuring materials met critical parameters such as

chemical composition, mechanical properties, high-temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, and service suitability

for combustion applications. Coordinating with engineering, quality, and inspection teams to ensure compliance with

code requirements

(ASME Section II, ASME Section VIII, API 560/537 where applicable). Managing procurement of

specialized welding consumables

(electrodes, wires, fluxes) aligned with WPS/PQR requirements for high-temperature and alloy materials. Ensuring complete

material traceability

, including review and approval of

Mill Test Certificates (MTCs), EN 10204 (3.1/3.2)

documentation, and heat-number traceability. Supporting

third-party inspections (TPI)

and client witness inspections for critical materials. Monitoring supplier manufacturing schedules, expediting deliveries, and ensuring

on-time availability

of materials to meet fabrication and project timelines. Maintaining procurement within

approved budgets

while ensuring quality, compliance, and lifecycle reliability of combustion equipment.
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Behavioral & Professional Competencies:

High level of

integrity, ethical judgment, and compliance orientation

in procurement activities. Strong

communication and interpersonal skills

for effective interaction with internal stakeholders, vendors, and clients. Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a

fast-paced project environment

. Structured, detail-oriented approach with a strong focus on

cost, quality, and delivery (CQD)

objectives. * Alignment with organizational values and ability to

uphold company culture

in all professional engagements.