Entry Level Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Project Coordinator I

The Project Coordinator I supports manufacturing and capital projects by tracking timelines, budgets, and coordination activities from equipment installation through ramp-up. This entry-level role focuses on execution, organization, and clear communication across teams, working closely with Project Managers and Manufacturing Engineering to keep projects structured, documented, and on track for successful delivery.

Responsibilities

• Support project timelines, schedules, and action items across multiple concurrent projects.
• Track project milestones, budgets, and progress against deadlines to help ensure on-time delivery.
• Assist with equipment installation coordination and overall project execution in a manufacturing environment.
• Help prepare project charters, trackers, and status reports using Excel-based tools.
• Coordinate project meetings, document detailed notes, and follow up on action items to drive closure.
• Support RFQ processes, vendor coordination, and contractor communication as directed by project leadership.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Operations to keep stakeholders aligned.
• Help identify project risks, delays, or issues and escalate them to the appropriate team members as needed.
• Maintain organized project documentation, trackers, and records to support transparency and accountability.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project coordination processes and tools where appropriate.

Essential Skills

• 0–3 years of experience in project coordination, manufacturing, engineering, or construction support.
• Hands-on Excel skills, including building trackers, using basic formulas, and creating tables.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage timelines, action items, and follow-ups across multiple priorities.
• Experience organizing timelines, tasks, or projects, including through school or internships.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to keep teams aligned and informed.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated initiative and a proactive approach to supporting project needs.
• General understanding or exposure to project coordination or project management concepts.
• Comfort working with Microsoft Office tools in a project-focused setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Exposure to a manufacturing or plant environment.
• Familiarity with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of Lean principles or basic process improvement concepts.
• Interest in developing a career in project management, manufacturing, or engineering support.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Willingness to learn new tools, processes, and methodologies to support project execution.
• Comfort supporting both technical and operational stakeholders in a project setting.

Work Environment

This role operates primarily within a manufacturing environment, supporting equipment installations and production-related projects. You will collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Operations teams and interact with vendors and contractors as needed. The pace is fast and dynamic, with multiple projects running simultaneously and frequent coordination across functions. Work is heavily supported by Microsoft Office, especially Excel, for building trackers, managing timelines, and preparing status reports. The position offers long-term growth opportunities and the chance to expand your career and skill set in project coordination and manufacturing project support.

This is a Permanent position based out of Lexington, TN.

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

yes company offers benefits we can provide benefit overview and they can also discuss on interview

This is a fully onsite position in Lexington,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 18, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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