Automation Engineering Coordinator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support automation projects through basic planning, tracking, and coordination activities


• Maintain and organize project documentation, files, schedules, and records


• Update and manage project schedules and Gantt charts


• Coordinate purchasing activities including requisitions, POs, receiving, and tracking


• Assist with inventory tracking and shop organization for automation components


• Schedule and coordinate project meetings, reviews, and vendor calls


• Take meeting notes and follow up on action items


• Maintain project calendars and assist with shipment scheduling for automation equipment


• Communicate with internal sites and external vendors regarding project status and logistics


• Create and update work orders related to automation projects


• Assist with automation support tickets in coordination with IT


• Provide occasional hands-on support in the shop as needed (e.g., assisting with panel builds or machine assembly)


• Order and manage office and shop supplies

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail


• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities


• Comfortable working with schedules, spreadsheets, and basic project tracking tools


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)


• Willingness to work in both office and shop environments


• Basic mechanical or technical aptitude; ability to learn quickly

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required


• Associate degree or relevant coursework preferred but not required


• 1–3 years of experience in an administrative, coordination, engineering support, or manufacturing environment preferred


• Experience supporting technical, engineering, or operations teams is a plus

EEOC Statement:

MW Industries, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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