[ Position ] Bilingual Interpreter & English Tutor [ Summary ] A leading global industrial and machinery trading company is seeking a motivated, bilingual Project Coordinator / Design Support professional to assist with a major industrial facility construction project in Phoenix, AZ. Working on-site at a strategic partner's office, this role provides critical administrative, coordination, and preliminary technical support to the design engineering team. The ideal candidate will act as a vital communication bridge between Japanese and American stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution. [ Essential Duties ]

Project Coordination:

Assist the engineering/design team with task management, project scheduling, action item tracking, and overall progress monitoring.

Bilingual Communication & Interpretation:

Provide real-time Japanese/English interpretation during internal and external technical meetings; draft and distribute comprehensive meeting minutes in both languages.

Documentation & Data Management:

Organize, track, and maintain accurate engineering drawings, technical data, and critical project documentation.

Design & Technical Support:

Assist with basic CAD drawing reviews and data entry using AutoCAD and Plant 3D (training will be provided for candidates eager to learn CAD).

Stakeholder & HQ Liaison:

Facilitate seamless reporting, communication, and alignment (Ho-Ren-So) between local project teams in the U.S. and overseas headquarters in Japan.

Vendor & Supplier Support:

Handle inquiries and coordinate delivery schedules and specifications with local vendors, equipment fabricators, and manufacturers. [ Working Hours / Working style ] 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Monday - Friday) with a 60-minute lunch break. In-office position (No remote work available). [ Working Location ] Phoenix, Arizona [ Salary / Benefit ] Competitive / TBD (Based on experience) Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance. 401(k) Matching and Retirement Plan. Paid Time Off (PTO). Transportation benefit. [ Holidays ] Weekends (Saturday and Sunday) and national/company holidays. [ Qualifications ]

Language:

Business-level or above fluency proficiency in both Japanese and English (written and verbal) is

REQUIRED.

Experience:

3 to 5+ years of professional work experience. Experience working within Japanese corporate culture or familiarity with Japanese business etiquette is highly preferred.

Education:

Bachelor's degree preferred. PC /

Technical Skills:

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Interest or basic experience in CAD software (AutoCAD / Plant 3D) is a plus.

Mindset:

Proactive self-starter with strong attention to detail, excellent time management, and the ability to anticipate team needs and work independently.

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you fluent in Japanese both verbally and in writing? How many years of professional experience do you have? Do you have professional experience working within Japanese corporate culture or familiarity with Japanese business etiquette?

• This would be a big plus

• Do you have strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint?

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Phoenix, AZ 85085 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Phoenix, AZ 85085: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person