Planning Engineer

Planning Engineer | Bournemouth | £39,000

Are you a detail‑driven Planning Engineer who thrives on structure, precision, and process improvement? This Planning Engineer opportunity offers the chance to take ownership of manufacturing plans in a technically complex environment where accuracy and forward‑thinking are valued.

If you enjoy working independently, solving problems logically, and creating robust systems that genuinely improve performance, this Planning Engineer role will suit you.

• Autonomy to own and develop master production planning processes
• Exposure to technically advanced Manufacturing and Engineering environments
• A stable and structured role with clear expectations and accountability
• Opportunities to influence process improvement using lean principles
• Working within a business that values accuracy, planning, and continuous improvement

• Creating and maintaining master production plans to support repeatable manufacturing processes
• Building and maintaining routings and bills of materials within an MRP system
• Defining material requirements, manufacturing methods, and tooling needs
• Supporting change control, production issues, and non‑conformance resolution
• Applying lean manufacturing principles to improve flow, efficiency, and waste reduction

• Previous experience working as a Planning Engineer or in a manufacturing planning role
• Hands‑on use of an MRP system within a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, ideally within Manufacturing or Engineering
• A structured, analytical approach to planning and problem‑solving