Planning Engineer

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly schedules for fabrication and machine shop activities and ensure updates are reflected in the Factory Planning system.
• Attend weekly cross‑functional planning and operations meetings to review schedules, resolve conflicts, and align priorities.
• Monitor production progress and report any deviations from planned schedules to stakeholders.
• Perform capacity and material planning for backlog and forecast orders; work on raw material requirements for new orders and forecast orders; check inventory levels and notify Planning Manager for ordering materials for new projects.
• Assist with the implementation of transition from spreadsheet‑based capacity and inventory planning to a fully ERP‑based factory planning system; schedule all planned work through the Factory Planning scheduling system; ensure part numbers and BOMs are properly created and maintained to align with ERP functionality and enable full system utility.
• Review current capacity booked for backlog orders and provide lead times to Sales and internal departments.
• Monitor the status of production processes and report any deviations from schedules to stakeholders; support CPD sales on inventory checks and advise available quantity based on backlog orders; ensure the integrity of the database.
• Review and ensure the creation and maintenance of Part Numbers align with the requirements of the ERP system to enable full functionality.
• Assist with ongoing and future implementations and Planning process improvements.
• Support and monitor quality objectives and initiatives within the Planning department.
• Ensure timely upload of production schedules in Master Control and ensure integrity and accuracy of planning databases, inventory records, and part master data.
• Perform any other duties reasonably assigned by the Planning Manager.
• Support and participate in external and internal audits (e.g., API, EHS).

• Degree/Diploma in Engineering, Project Management or Planning
• Experience in implementing and running MRP / ERP system scheduling function in a medium scale industry
• 3 years of experience working in a Manufacturing environment and be familiar with manufacturing processes such as Machining, Welding and Assembly & Testing
• Competent in ERP software, Microsoft Applications – Excel, Word, MS-Project
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar); experience in ERP transitions is a plus
• Proficient in MS Excel and scheduling tools
• Familiarity with fabrication, machining, and materials processes is preferred

• Demonstrate Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Possess solid analytical, negotiation and problem‑solving skills; keen interest in organising / improving planning system from an elementary state
• Meticulous, adaptive to changes and can prioritise multiple projects
• Able to perform independently and also as part of a team