Materials Engineer
CurrentSupport the Engineering Design group by sourcing materials, such as fabricated parts and purchased components used in the construction of newly designed commercial lawn mowers.* Liaison between the Engineering staff and outside vendors.*Request quotes, Cad models and prints from outside vendors.*Gather technical information and samples of needed components.*With the use of SAP I create purchase requisitions for the products and services used by the department.*Use and maintain a corporate credit card for purchases outside the current vendor data base.*Provide technical assistance to the Product Engineers and Drafters.*Provide Technical assistance to the Manufacturing departments when requested.* Responsible for the Inspection of the initial delivery of approved parts and components along with completing any ISIR or PPAP documents.* Work with the Engineering and Purchasing staff to identify and capture cost savings opportunities.