Substation Project Assistant

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); In loco; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Career development

Wellness programs

Descrizione del lavoro

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. is seeking a Project Assistant to support the Substation Division. This role coordinates projects, tracks materials, manages documentation, and assists with scheduling and admin tasks essential to delivering customer projects.

The role offers growth in project coordination, engineering projects, supply chain support, and project management within North America's utility infrastructure sector. U.S. based, on-site opportunity with MEPP leadership.

Competenze

• Associate's Degree in Business, Technical Studies, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience supporting large projects, project coordination activities, or related administrative functions.
• Experience supporting engineering, construction, utility, manufacturing, or industrial projects is a plus.

Mansioni

• Maintain project Bills of Materials (BOMs) and track material requirements.
• Enter and manage purchase orders; monitor order status to support timely deliveries.
• Track material receipts and inventory transactions.
• Document control activities for drawings, specifications, transmittals, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate transportation services for shipments and returns.
• Support project scheduling and update schedules.
• Prepare meeting minutes, action logs, and project documentation.
• Prepare project reports, status updates, and charts to support management.
• Maintain project data and generate reports using project tracking tools.
• Assist with project closeout activities and filing.

Conoscenze

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Communication

Analytical thinking

MS Office

ERP systems

Project management software

Formazione

Associate's degree in Business/Technical Studies

Strumenti

ERP systems

Project management software

Document control systems

Descrizione del lavoro

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Assistant to support our Substation Division. This role provides critical support to Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Service Managers through project coordination, material tracking, documentation management, scheduling support, and administrative activities that contribute to the successful execution of customer projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional looking to grow their experience in project coordination, engineering projects, supply chain support, and project management within the utility and electrical infrastructure industry.

What You'll Do

Project Execution & Coordination

• Maintain project Bills of Materials (BOMs) and track material requirements throughout project execution.
• Enter and manage purchase orders within business systems and monitor order status to support timely deliveries.
• Track and document material receipts and inventory transactions.
• Perform document control activities related to drawings, specifications, transmittals, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate transportation services for incoming and outgoing shipments, including material returns.
• Support project scheduling activities by assisting with schedule creation and updates.
• Participate in project review and scheduling meetings and prepare meeting minutes, action item logs, and project documentation.
• Assist with site inventory tracking, material management, and project checklists.

Project Administration & Reporting

• Prepare project reports, status updates, charts, and graphs to support project management activities.
• Maintain project data and generate reports utilizing business systems and project tracking tools.
• Prepare, review, and maintain purchase order records and documentation.
• Support project teams through administrative activities including filing, document preparation, and special projects.
• Assist with maintaining accurate project records and supporting project closeout activities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Project Managers, Project Engineers, Supply Chain, Service, and Operations teams to ensure project objectives are met.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Promote a professional image of MEPPI through responsive and collaborative customer support.

What You Bring:

• Education: Associate's Degree in Business, Technical Studies, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 1–3 years of experience supporting large projects, project coordination activities, or related administrative functions.
  • Experience supporting engineering, construction, utility, manufacturing, or industrial projects is a plus.

Skills & Expertise

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
• Experience with ERP systems, project management software, or document control systems is a plus.

Why MEPPI?

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: 90% company-paid medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) with company match up to 4%
• Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation accrual after 90 days plus 12 paid holidays
• Career Development: Training programs and educational assistance
• Employee Perks: Profit sharing, wellness programs, and 24/7 fitness center access

Join Us

At MEPPI, you'll play an important role in supporting projects that strengthen the electrical infrastructure powering communities and industries across North America. As a U.S. affiliate of Mitsubishi Electric, we combine global expertise with local execution—providing opportunities to develop your skills, grow your career, and contribute to meaningful projects.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MEPPI welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.

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