Job Description

As the Purchasing Engineer, you will::

Document component- and system-level mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic designs using 3D CAD models and 2D drawings
Create, release, and maintain bills of material (BOMs)
Manage drawing revisions and ensure timely communication of changes to suppliers and internal teams
Gather quotes for and procure components used in the company’s autonomy systems
Manage supplier relationships, including onboarding, performance tracking, and issue resolution
Track supplier progress and evaluate, coordinate, and approve supplier-requested design changes
Establish, operate, and continuously improve processes across:
Inbound material inspection and quality control
Warehouse material storage, handling, and component sub-assembly
Assemble mechanical components into sub-assemblies and develop associated standard operating procedures
Accurately package finished kits for shipment within the warehouse environment
Collaborate with a team of mechanical and electronics technicians
Maintain accurate inventory, procurement, and production records within the ERP system
Create, maintain, and improve ERP workflows supporting procurement, inventory, and production
Partner with Accounting on accounts payable and receivable processes related to procurement and inventor
Partner with Sales and Planning to forecast demand and coordinate component and kit shipments
Collaborate with the support team to coordinate and fulfill shipping needs as required

Qualifications:
This is an entry level position. It is based on-site and does not offer a remote work option.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or equivalent practical experience
Hands-on experience in operations, supply chain, or manufacturing for hardware products
Direct experience sourcing, purchasing, and managing suppliers for electromechanical components
Working knowledge of ERP systems for inventory, purchasing, and production tracking
Strong problem-solving skills and comfort making practical decisions with incomplete information
Ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Sales, and Accounting in a fast-moving organization
Knowledge of, and experience to safely work with mechanical and steel fabrication tools.
Comfortable working around loud tools and machinery

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience at an early- to mid-stage startup or small manufacturing organization
Familiarity with warehouse operations, kitting, and light assembly
Practical understanding of mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic systems (not purely theoretical)
Experience improving processes

Additional Information:
At Sabanto, you will be working with a small team of world class engineers and agricultural professionals. You will evolve in a fast-paced environment, with a ton of guidance and freedom to evolve precision-ag technology.

We provide competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life benefits, and a 401K program.

We value diversity of culture and background for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Sabanto is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. This position is open to applicants who are legally authorized to work in the United States. We are not able to sponsor work visas at this time.