Planning Engineer New Full Time

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.

As a Planning Engineer, you will benefit from:

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

As a Planning Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

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

As a Planning Engineer, your experience will include:

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

If you’re ready to step into a Planning Engineer role where your planning expertise directly impacts performance and delivery, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Amber Marshall at Rubicon for more information.