Procurement Engineer - Evaporators

Procurement Engineer - EvaporatorsPosition Description: The Procurement Engineer – Evaporators will serve as the technical and commercial lead for evaporator coil systems and heat exchanger assemblies used in data center cooling applications. This role bridges engineering and procurement to ensure evaporator designs and supply chains meet high-performance thermal requirements, reliability standards, and cost objectives in mission-critical environments.Key Responsibilities:Procurement & Strategic Sourcing: Develop and execute sourcing strategies for evaporator and heat exchanger assemblies, balancing thermal performance, manufacturability, cost, and lead time.Technical Leadership & Engineering Integration: Collaborate with product engineering teams to define evaporator performance requirements including heat transfer efficiency, pressure drop, refrigerant compatibility, and corrosion resistance.Supplier Evaluation & Development: Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers with capabilities in coil manufacturing, brazing, microchannel technology, and precision fabrication.Cost Optimization & Value Engineering: Lead VA/VE initiatives focused on material optimization, design standardization, and manufacturing efficiency improvements.Market Intelligence & Risk Management: Maintain deep understanding of heat exchanger technologies, including fin-and-tube vs. microchannel trade-offs, coating advancements, and refrigerant trends.Operational Execution: Support procurement execution including purchase orders, demand alignment, and delivery tracking for evaporator components.Communication & Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, and Program Management teams to align sourcing with product and customer requirements.Required Education & Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or related technical field.

MBA or advanced business degree preferred.Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement engineering, sourcing, or mechanical/thermal design in a manufacturing environment.Strong technical knowledge of evaporators, heat exchangers, and thermal systems.Experience working with engineering drawings, thermal calculations, and performance validation.Understanding of materials science related to copper, aluminum, coatings, and corrosion protection.Proven experience in supplier technical evaluation and development.Strong analytical and negotiation skills with experience in cost modeling and contract management.Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and procurement tools.Advanced Excel skills (cost analysis, modeling, pivot tables).Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.Why Choose Modine?Health & Well-being: Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage, Employee Assistance Program, Maternity Leave (12 weeks at 100% pay), 8 weeks of short term disability leave paid at 100%, 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100%, Paternity Leave (4 weeks at 100% pay)Financial Benefits: 401k Retirement plan and company paid match, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Short Term Disability (company paid), Long Term DisabilityWork-Life Balance: Competitive time-off policies, Tuition ReimbursementModine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.