Associate Engineer, Project Coordinator

Herbalife•Winston-Salem, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Engineer, Project Coordinator will work onsite at our state of art Innovation and Manufacturing facility in Winston-Salem, NC. Supports the planning, execution, and documentation of capital projects, equipment installations, process improvements, automation initiatives, and manufacturing optimization efforts. Working alongside experienced engineers, project managers, operations teams, and vendors, the Associate Engineer, Project Coordinator will gain hands-on exposure to engineering design, project execution, equipment validation, budgeting, scheduling, safety, and continuous improvement activities. The ideal candidate is an energetic and motivated engineer who enjoys problem-solving, collaborating across departments, and learning how engineering projects are executed from concept through implementation.

Requirements

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn.
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
Basic understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing systems, and industrial equipment.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
Familiarity with engineering problem-solving methodologies and data analysis.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Recent graduate or up to one year of engineering experience.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year engineering program.
Engineering disciplines include: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Other related engineering disciplines will also be considered.

Nice To Haves

Internship, co-op, senior design project, laboratory research, or manufacturing experience a plus.
Exposure to CAD software, PLCs, controls systems, project management tools, or data analysis software is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support engineering and capital projects from initial concept through startup and project closeout.
Assist with project scheduling, cost tracking, documentation management, and achievement reporting.
Participate in project meetings and document project scope, action items, risks, budgets, and schedules.
Coordinate contractor visits, equipment deliveries, vendor activities, and project-related communications.
Assist with equipment installations, commissioning, start-up activities, and project validation efforts.
Work with engineering teams to evaluate manufacturing processes, equipment performance, and operational challenges.
Collect and analyze technical data to support problem-solving and continuous improvement efforts.
Assist in developing equipment specifications, purchase requisitions, and user documentation.
Support equipment testing, factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and process qualification activities.
Participate in troubleshooting equipment, automation systems, and manufacturing processes.
Maintain engineering drawings, project files, equipment manuals, and technical records.
Assist with change control documentation, standard operating procedures, work instructions, and validation documents.
Ensure project documentation follows company quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Support asset management, project closeout documentation, and engineering record retention.
Partner with Manufacturing, Maintenance, Quality, Safety, Procurement, Planning, Product Development, and Continuous Improvement teams.
Work with equipment suppliers, contractors, integrators, and engineering consultants.
Present project updates and technical findings to project teams and management.
Actively support the company's safety culture and align with all safety policies and regulations.
Participate in safety initiatives, risk assessments, and equipment safety reviews.
Contribute to Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, and continuous improvement projects.
Support environmental, health, and safety initiatives