Working with our business partners to create, improve and sustain industry and infrastructure. Orbital Engineering has been driven by this core purpose for more than 50 years - energizing Orbital team members and helping our clients solve challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions. Orbital team members are guided by the fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do. Orbital is looking for others to join our team to continue activating our purpose and embrace our values.

Orbital is seeking an Electrical Project Coordinator to provide technical support and project oversight of projects in our Hammond IN office. Orbital is evaluating candidates based upon their project management experience, technical knowledge, and field experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the execution of design activities for assigned projects, through both self-execution and as leader of the project team.
• Schedule, organize and direct other engineers, designers, and subcontractors in the completion of project activities.
• Prepare, or supervise the preparation of scopes of work, project schedules and cost estimates.
• Lead internal and external quality and design review meetings throughout the course of the project.
• Confirm technical standards/specifications are appropriately applied on projects.
• Complete all tasks in accordance with design and project execution procedures and guidelines as set forth in corporate Quality Management System.
• Manage existing client relationships within the Hammond region.

 Minimum Requirements:

• Three (3) years of experience in the Utility industry. Experience in other heavy industrial engineering projects such as manufacturing, steel, mining, materials processing, and power generation will also be considered. ​
• Candidate should have thorough understanding and aptitude in the use of current computer software including general MS Office products including Microsoft Project.
• Proficiency in project management tools and project control principles
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Must excel in working in a team environment.

Preferred Requirement:  

• PMP Certification is desirable but not required.

• Successful experience in leadership roles managing engineering and design teams in a consulting engineering environment.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services.

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D. Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.