Job Details

Engineering Project Coordinator

We are seeking a highly organized Engineering Project Coordinator to join our OEM Components division in Goleta, CA. This is a contract position designed for a self-directed professional who excels at bridging the gap between technical teams and administrative operations.

The successful candidate will support our R&D and Thermal Engineering units by managing complex schedules, organizing critical engineering data, and ensuring seamless cross-functional communication.

Role Overview

• Location: Onsite (Goleta, CA)
• Term: 1-Year Contract (April 2026 – April 2027)
• Pay Rate: $24 per hour
• Schedule: 40 hours per week (Standard Business Hours)

Key Responsibilities

• Schedule Management (50%): Create and maintain project schedules using Microsoft Project. You will collaborate closely with project managers and line managers to track deadlines and ensure alignment across multiple internal groups.
• Administrative Support (20%): Provide general administrative assistance to support daily engineering operations and departmental efficiency.
• Data Organization & Control (20%): Develop and maintain robust systems for storing and controlling electronic engineering data for internal use.
• Cross-Functional Support (10%): Act as a liaison for special projects involving Finance, Global Trade Compliance, Legal, Purchasing, and Manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Experience Prior coordination experience in a professional environment.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Legal: Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident).

Preferred Skills & Background

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Software: Functional knowledge of SAP.
• Soft Skills: Highly organized with a meticulous eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple shifting priorities.

Work Environment

This role sits within the Engineering R&D cost center and supports high-level project management teams. You will be expected to work onsite at our Goleta facilities to facilitate direct collaboration with the engineering and program teams.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.