GTI Fabrication · 11 hours ago
Advanced Sourcing Engineer - BOM & RFQ Development
Buffalo, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expGTI Energy, a division of GTI Fabrication, designs, engineers, and manufactures complex modular systems supporting various markets. They are seeking an Advanced Sourcing Engineer to serve as a technical bridge between Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain, focusing on BOM creation and RFQ package development.
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Responsibilities
Create, develop, and maintain multi-level Bills of Materials (BOMs) for engineered-to-order and modular products
Translate engineering designs, drawings, and models into accurate, executable BOM structures
Ensure BOMs reflect correct part numbers, descriptions, materials, quantities, and revision control
Partner with Engineering to align BOMs with design intent and manufacturing requirements
Support BOM validation during NPI, prototype builds, and production ramp
Drive BOM accuracy to support costing, sourcing, production planning, and execution
Develop complete RFQ packages for fabricated, machined, and purchased components
Compile technical documentation including drawings, specifications, BOM extracts, and quality requirements
Define scope, assumptions, and technical requirements for supplier quoting
Support supplier Q&A during RFQ cycles and clarify technical requirements
Evaluate supplier feedback for manufacturability, cost drivers, and technical risk
Act as a technical resource supporting sourcing decisions across fabrication, machining, and assemblies
Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure BOMs align with build strategy and routing
Identify design-for-manufacturability and design-for-cost opportunities
Support engineering change management by updating BOMs and RFQ packages as designs evolve
Support cost breakdown analysis tied to BOM structure and sourcing strategy
Help identify cost drivers at the component and assembly level
Support make/buy analysis and supplier selection decisions
Ensure suppliers are quoting to the correct revision level and scope
Support new product introduction programs from early design through production readiness
Ensure BOMs and sourcing documentation are complete prior to production release
Reduce sourcing risk by identifying gaps, long-lead items, or unclear requirements early
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical discipline
5+ years of experience in engineering, manufacturing engineering, or sourcing engineering roles
Strong experience creating, structuring, and managing Bills of Materials
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Experience developing RFQ packages for fabricated, machined, or industrial components
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including fabrication, machining, and assembly
High attention to detail and strong documentation discipline
Preferred
Experience supporting engineered-to-order or modular manufacturing environments
Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and BOM management tools
Background in fabrication, structural steel, enclosures, or industrial equipment
Experience supporting cost modeling or supplier cost analysis
Experience working cross-functionally with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations
Company
GTI Fabrication
GTI Fabrication designs and manufactures custom modular structures and container-based buildings.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rich Stapleton
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