Supply Chain Engineer

About the Company

Focused Energy is an international deep-tech company based in Germany and the US, working to commercialize laser-driven nuclear fusion. Our mission is to provide clean, safe, and virtually unlimited energy to the world.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Mechanical, Electrical, and Controls teams to define supply strategies aligned to system design
• Identify, qualify, and develop suppliers for high-spec, first-of-a-kind components
• Manage RFQs, technical bid evaluations, and supplier selection in collaboration with engineering
• Define make vs buy strategies and support development of manufacturing routes for bespoke components
• Establish quality expectations, inspection strategies, and support FAT/SAT processes
• Develop cost models and identify technical, schedule, or single-source supply chain risks
• Align supply chain delivery with program milestones and provide visibility on lead times

Requirements

• 7+ years in engineering supply chain, technical procurement, or manufacturing engineering
• Experience sourcing complex, low-volume, high-spec systems
• Strong understanding of mechanical fabrication, machining, and electrical/control hardware supply
• Experience with precision or scientific equipment such as vacuum, optics, or diagnostics
• Proven ability to work directly with engineering teams on evolving designs
• Experience managing suppliers across Europe and/or internationally

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in fusion, aerospace, semiconductors, lasers, or advanced R&D environments
• Familiarity with vacuum systems, high-energy systems, or scientific instrumentation
• Exposure to first-of-a-kind (FOAK) system delivery
• Understanding of quality systems and inspection processes