Engineering Project Coordinator

Engineering Project Coordinator

ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq : AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE's power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Engineering Project Coordinator manages New Product Introduction (NPI) activities required to successfully support the design, build, and transfer of new products from AE's global design centers into manufacturing. Acts as support between the Project Management Office (PMO), Research and Development (R&D), Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and helps with Bill of Materials (BOM) completion and readiness.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Work closely with program management team to support different programs in development.

Support program management team with documentation and maintain PMO SharePoint.

Work with program management team to ensure build plans are in place for all programs.

Coordinate with engineering to support and maintain BOMs and make sure they are available in the system for all phases of development.

Assist in the purchase of unique and / or unreleased materials to support build of early prototypes or demo units as needed in critical situations.

Expedite purchase orders and materials needed by engineering for all urgent demonstration units. Work closely with planners and material program managers.

Assist Design Engineering (DE) to process change orders in the Enterprise Resource Planning- IPRO (ERP) system.

Ensures all relevant people are expeditiously advised of changes to materials

Work implementation dates on Engineering Change Order (ECO) to meet design needs and minimize scrapping materials that could have been used.

Must be able to effectively communicate with engineering, NPI buyers, planners and factory employees.

Support DE and Program Manager (PM

Interfaces heavily with iPro, AEI's ERP interface.

iPro is an internal proprietary tool to interface with ERP systems (ie SAP, Oracle)- Training will be provided.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Location : Eden Prairie, MN

Environment : Standard office environment; some travel may be necessary

QUALIFICATIONS :

Ability to lead, plan and support the team related to any material management.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, engineers, and peers.

Ability to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Demonstrated proficiency with Windows-based platforms and with computer-based tools including working knowledge of Database, Spreadsheet, and Word Processing software.

Ability to multitask and work to strict deadlines within a fast-paced environment.

Ability to embrace new technology and demonstrate an understanding of computer-based systems / equipment.

EXPERIENCE : Essential :

Knowledge of and / or experience with planning, scheduling, or organizing tasks.

Proven track record of success and growth in positions of increasing responsibility.

Experience working in a team and group setting.

Preferred :

Basic understanding of manufacturing planning / scheduling and the processes associated with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and ERP

2 years of experience supporting engineering team, administrative support, or any related experience.

Knowledge of planning tools, software or CMMS systems

EDUCATION :

Four-year degree in Engineering or Management

Equivalent education and / or experience may be considered

COMPENSATION :

As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $60,000 to $90,000 per year.

BENEFITS :

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan for eligible positions, and a discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes :

Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from

Short and long-term disability and life insurance

Health savings and flexible spending accounts

Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays

8 hours of paid volunteer time off

8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads

Company matched 401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs

Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance

Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and / or veteran status.

Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process / procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to HumanResources@aei.com .