Transportation Project Specialist

Would you like to be a part of a company that is employee owned? Consider joining a talented team of engineering professionals at Nooter/Eriksen Inc., based in Fenton, MO. We specialize in HRSG (Heat Recovery Steam Generator) design, construction and supply of equipment and solutions in the power industry worldwide.

Nooter/Eriksen is seeking a Transportation Project Specialist (Level
1) to join the Logistics Team
. This entry-level role coordinates the movement, distribution and storage of materials and finished goods to ensure timely and safe delivery to customer job sites. The position is located in Fenton, MO, and is expected to be a hybrid position depending on business needs.

Make an Impact with a career in Power Generation! There has never been a more exciting time to join the energy infrastructure industry, especially an employee-owned OEM with profit‑based incentive opportunities. This role offers the opportunity to directly impact the efficiency and reliability of modern power generation systems, delivering optimized combined‑cycle plant performance and shaping the future of energy technology.

Nooter/Eriksen is an employee‑owned company with headquarters in Fenton, MO and Milan, Italy. We specialize in HRSG (Heat Recovery Steam Generator) design, fabrication, equipment, and solutions for clients in the power industry worldwide.

We offer a flexible work schedule with the option of working half‑days on Fridays! We provide a full benefits package: 401(K) with an employer match and annual non‑elective contribution; medical with an employer contribution toward the HSA; dental and short‑term disability fully covered; vision and fitness reimbursement. We pride ourselves on a collaborative environment where employees are empowered to advance their careers, explore career paths, and grow personally and professionally.

The Transportation Project Specialist reports directly to the Logistics Manager and creates and executes transportation plans that enable timely and cost‑effective shipment of raw materials and finished goods, both domestically and internationally, through close coordination with internal customers (Procurement, Projects, Engineering & Sales) and by negotiating favorable shipping/handling terms with suppliers.

As the Transportation Project Specialist you will also:

• Oversee carriers and vendors providing various modes of transport, packing, and handling.
• Communicate performance expectations and metrics to evaluate and monitor supplier performance, and establish relationships for effective transportation strategies.
• Proactively support internal customers and suppliers in the execution of project objectives, including identifying, developing, and executing logistics plans in accordance with project‑specific needs to ensure on‑time and safe delivery of components.
• Evaluate transportation providers for inclusion in N/Es supply base and for future work opportunities (including audits of invoices), issue requisitions for transportation services, coordinate internally to ensure on‑time placement of transport purchase orders, communicate and oversee documentation and shipping specification requirements with customers and suppliers, proactively identify opportunities and work to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of department policies, procedures, and supporting systems, and maintain expanded knowledge of customs importation/exportation and trade compliance policy.

• BS/BA in Business, Logistics, or Supply‑Chain Management, or equivalent work experience.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills; highly professional, organized, and trustworthy team player; proficiency in English.
• Ability to read, write, problem‑solve, make quick decisions, interpret data and analyze results.

We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, safe, and empowered to do their best work. We are an equal‑opportunity workplace and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.

This position is not eligible for employer‑sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Pre‑employment drug screen and background check required.

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