Project Coordinator I

Nidec Project Coordinator

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.

All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

This role offers a rare opportunity to be part of transformative growth driven by AI and data center demand, supporting complex, high-impact capacity expansions and multi-million-dollar capital projects from planning through execution.

Job Description

The Project Coordinator supports the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects by coordinating activities, tracking progress, and ensuring clear communication across cross-functional teams. This role works closely with Project Managers, Project Engineering, Contractors, Operations, Supply Chain, and external vendors to help deliver projects on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in planning and executing projects across the full project lifecycle
• Maintain project schedules, action logs, risk registers, and status reports
• Coordinate cross-functional meetings, document minutes, and track follow-up actions
• Monitor project milestones, deliverables, and dependencies; escalate risks or delays as needed
• Assist with purchase order tracking, capital documentation, and change management records
• Interface with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, and external vendors
• Ensure project documentation is accurate, current, and properly archived
• Support new product introduction (NPI), capacity growth, and process improvement initiatives
• Help standardize project management tools, templates, and reporting processes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–5 years of experience in a project coordination, project engineering, or operations support role
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing or technical environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting capital projects, equipment installations, or manufacturing initiatives
• Familiarity with NPI, stage-gate processes, or continuous improvement methodologies
• Exposure to ERP systems, Power BI, or project management software

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail and follow-through
• Strong coordination and stakeholder engagement skills
• Data-driven mindset with comfort tracking schedules, costs, and actions
• Proactive problem identification and escalation
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec

Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Work Shift Schedule

First Shift (United States of America)