Planning Engineer

Overview

I’m recruiting for a Planning Engineer on behalf of a well-established aerospace manufacturing business. This role sits at the heart of engineering and operations, supporting the timely planning of both new and existing parts while optimising plant capability and manufacturing processes to improve productivity and compliance.

The Planning Engineer will be responsible for the planning and optimisation of parts across NPI and re-engineering activity. Duties include compiling technical manufacturing instructions and route cards, allocating set and run times, estimating machining times using material and cutting data, and advising the purchasing function on tooling and gauging requirements.

The role also involves proving new working methods, implementing process improvements, and acting as an arbiter on product compliance. You’ll liaise directly with customers on engineering queries, support contract reviews, and create process sketches using Catia.

The position supports APQP and PPAP activities, export compliance requirements, and works closely with the quality function on NCRs and continuous improvement initiatives. Monitoring and implementing customer specifications is also a key element of the role.

• Strong machining and processing background
• Experience defining manufacturing methods, set times, and run times
• Broad knowledge of machining techniques and special processes
• Ability to improve production machines and process methods
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Aerospace engineering industry experience

• BTEC or HNC in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering
• Fixture design and manufacture
• Knowledge of export compliance
• Experience supporting APQP / PPAP processes

• 39 hours per week
• Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 4:30pm
• Friday: 7:30am – 12:30pm

If this Planning Engineer role aligns with your experience, I’d welcome the opportunity to discuss it further.

Ian Broadhurst
Holt Engineering

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