Senior PPC Engineer

Location: Chākan

Job Summary
The Senior PPC Engineer is responsible for end-to-end production planning, scheduling, and control of manufacturing activities for oil & gas components. This role ensures optimal utilization of resources, on-time delivery, inventory optimization, and compliance with quality and industry standards such as API, ASME, and ISO.

Key Responsibilities
Production Planning & Scheduling
Develop and maintain detailed production plans and schedules based on customer orders, forecasts, and capacity.
Coordinate with sales, design, procurement, and production teams to ensure feasibility of delivery commitments.
Plan machining, fabrication, heat treatment, coating, and assembly operations for oil & gas components.
Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly production performance against plan.
Production Control & Monitoring
Track work-in-progress (WIP), identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions.
Ensure adherence to production schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards.
Analyze production variances and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Manage change requests and rescheduling due to design changes, material delays, or priority shifts.
Inventory & Material Management
Optimize raw material, WIP, and finished goods inventory levels.
Coordinate with procurement for timely availability of critical materials (forged bars, castings, alloys, etc.).
Monitor material consumption and minimize shortages and excess stock.
ERP & Data Management
Lead PPC activities using ERP systems (SAP).
Maintain accurate BOMs, routings, lead times, and master data.
Generate MIS reports related to production efficiency, OTD, capacity utilization, and inventory.
Quality & Compliance
Ensure production plans comply with oil & gas industry standards (API, ASME, NACE, ISO).
Support internal and external audits related to production planning and control.
Collaborate with QA/QC to ensure traceability and documentation requirements are met. Leadership & Coordination
Guide and mentor junior PPC engineers and planners.
Act as a key interface between manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and project teams.
Participate in S&OP meetings and strategic planning discussions.

Key Skills & Competencies
Strong expertise in production planning, scheduling, and control
In-depth knowledge of oil & gas manufacturing processes
Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and MS Excel/Power BI
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent coordination and communication abilities
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Production Engineering
6–10 years of experience in PPC within oil & gas or heavy engineering manufacturing

Experience with API-certified manufacturing facilities preferred

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
On-time delivery (OTD)
Schedule adherence
Inventory turnover
Capacity utilization
Reduction in production delays and rework