Nokia

PV&T Engineering Coordinator

Nokia • $90K — $120K *
Allentown, PA 18102In-Person
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in technical planning, operations, or coordination within R&D or engineering
  • Experience supporting senior technical leaders directly
  • Proficiency with resource planning tools (PDWare/ResourceFirst or equivalent)
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Proven ability to coordinate across multiple functional teams

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary operational liaison for all active and incoming programs within the PV&T organization.
  • Coordinate project kickoff meetings to ensure alignment and representation from necessary functional teams.
  • Establish and update program schedules in collaboration with functional managers.
  • Manage name-based resource planning and maintain a real-time view of resource utilization.
  • Oversee program budgets and provide visibility on actuals versus planned expenditures throughout the year.
  • Support the PV&T Head with operational tasks, including readouts and schedule enforcement across functions.
  • Implement consistent processes for program engagement, including intake, scheduling, and resource entry.

Benefits

  • Opportunities to collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
  • Engagement in projects involving cutting-edge technologies.
  • Direct influence on innovative project success.
  • Dynamic and challenging work environment.
Full Job Description
Job Description

In the PV&T Planning, Operations & Life cycle Coordinator role, you will collaborate closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams in a dynamic and challenging environment. You will be at the heart of operational execution, steering resource planning and facilitating program alignment. Your contributions will directly impact the success of innovative projects in cutting-edge technology domains.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary operational liaison for all active and incoming programs within the PV&T organization.


  • Coordinate project kickoff meetings to ensure alignment and representation from necessary functional teams.


  • Establish and update program schedules in collaboration with functional managers, keeping the PV&T Head informed of progress.


  • Manage name-based resource planning and maintain a real-time view of resource utilization for the PV&T Head.


  • Oversee program budgets and provide visibility on actuals versus planned expenditures throughout the year.


  • Support the PV&T Head with operational tasks, including readouts and schedule enforcement across functions.


  • Implement consistent processes for program engagement, including intake, scheduling, and resource entry.


  • Escalate schedule risks and issues to the PV&T Head with clear context and viable options.


Qualifications

Must-Have:
  • 5+ years in technical planning, operations, or coordination within R&D or engineering


  • Experience supporting senior technical leaders directly


  • Proficiency with resource planning tools (PDWare/ResourceFirst or equivalent)


  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail


  • Proven ability to coordinate across multiple functional teams


Nice-To-Have:
  • Familiarity with capital expenditure processes and engineering budget management


  • Background in photonics, test engineering, or optical networking


  • Exceptional proactive communication skills


  • Experience with managing resource allocations and maintaining schedules


  • Self-starter mentality with the ability to take initiative

About Nokia

Nokia is a Finnish multinational telecommunications, information technology, and consumer electronics company. The company was founded in 1865 and has since grown to become one of the largest telecommunications equipment manufacturers in the world. Nokia's products include mobile phones, smartphones, and network equipment, among others. The company is committed to innovation and has a strong focus on research and development. Nokia is also committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets for reducing its environmental impact. The company operates in over 100 countries and has a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Learn more about Nokia
Size
87,927 employees
Market Cap
$25.8 billion
Industry
Telecommunications & Hardware
Net Income
-$2.5 billion
Founded
1865
5 Year Trend
-1.2%
Revenue
$21.8 billion
NASDAQ
NOK
* Ladders Estimates

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