Planning Engineer in Bournemouth

Job DescriptionPlanning Engineer | Bournemouth | £39,000Are 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.