Job Description

Engineering Assistant (Senior Level)

Location: Atlanta, GA
Experience Level: 10–15 Years

Contract- 1 Year

Client- Southern Company
Industry: Engineering / Power / Industrial

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Assistant with 10–15 years of professional experience supporting engineering leadership and project teams.

This role provides high-level administrative and project coordination support to engineering management. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing documentation, communications, scheduling, and financial tracking activities to ensure the successful execution of engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

Project Documentation & Organization

• Create, organize, and maintain project documentation including:
  • Engineering plans
  • Schedules
  • Budgets
  • Reports
• Ensure all documentation is accurate, current, and accessible.
• Maintain document control and version tracking.

Communication & Coordination

• Facilitate communication among project team members, stakeholders, and contractors.
• Prepare and distribute meeting agendas, minutes, and status updates.
• Assist with internal and external communications related to engineering projects.

Scheduling & Logistics

• Coordinate meetings, site visits, and project-related events.
• Support engineering management with calendar coordination.
• Track and follow up on action items and milestones.

Budget & Financial Support

• Assist in monitoring project budgets and expenses.
• Support preparation of financial reports and forecasts.
• Track project cost data and highlight potential variances.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Collect and analyze project data to identify trends.
• Prepare summary reports and recommendations based on analysis.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering team.

Required Qualifications

• Accredited Bachelor’s degree (Engineering preferred).
• 10–15 years of experience in engineering administrative or project coordination roles.
• Proficiency in:
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Project management software
  • Data analysis tools
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across diverse teams.

Core Competencies

• Strong understanding of engineering project workflows.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Problem-solving and multitasking capabilities.
• Ability to build effective relationships with:
  • Plant staff
  • Engineering teams
  • Vendors and contractors