Engineering Coordinator

Seeking an Engineering Coordinator for Palisades Power Plant in Covert, MI

1 year contract with the possibility of going perm

Salary range: $30 - $40 per hour

Position Summary:

The Engineering Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the Engineering Programs team by ensuring smooth project tracking, issue escalation, and cross-functional communication. This position does not

involve hands-on engineering work but focuses on project coordination, administrative support, and maintaining visibility into project status and deliverables. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

- Monitor engineering project timelines, milestones, and deliverables across multiple programs.

- Track and report project status updates to relevant stakeholders, highlighting risks or issues that require attention.

- Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and document action items and follow-ups.

- Maintain project documentation, dashboards, and shared resources to ensure accessibility and accuracy.

- Serve as a liaison between engineering teams and other departments (e.g., product management, operations, procurement).

- Support the Engineering Programs team by picking up legacy responsibilities and assisting with process improvements.

- Help manage resource allocation and scheduling for engineering initiatives.

- Assist with onboarding and coordination of contractors or external partners as needed.

- Ensure compliance with internal processes and documentation standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

- Proven experience in project coordination, preferably in an engineering or technical environment.

- Bachelor's Degree

- Primavera

- Strong organizational and time management skills.

- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, Jira, or similar).

- Ability to identify and escalate issues proactively.

- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.

- Familiarity with engineering terminology and workflows is a plus.

Work Environment:

- This role requires regular on-site presence to support engineering teams and maintain project visibility.

- Occasional remote work may be permitted based on team needs and performance.

- Flexibility and adaptability are key, as priorities may shift quickly.