What is the role of a planning engineer?
Planning engineers are critical to several industries because practically every organization and company needs expert planners. Their primary focus is on developing comprehensive project plans and schedules, ensuring the timely and efficient execution of projects while meeting all quality and safety standards. Planning engineers coordinate with multiple stakeholders, including project managers, contractors, and other engineering teams, to facilitate seamless project delivery.
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Engineering Manager II
Location: Calgary
Branche: Shipbuilding
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 4 years
Ensure scope definition for the appropriate Stage Gate meets company requirements before commencing work. Approve Engineering Execution Plans (EEP) and contribute to Project Execution Plans (PEP), ensuring effective scope development and change management. Review and manage engineering budgets to align with project scope and execution plans. Oversee the development of Engineering Work Packages (EWPs) for all deliverables and time-based functions. Review and align engineering schedules with overall project timelines. Coordinate with Procurement, Construction, Commissioning, Operations, and other corporate functional groups to integrate input and conduct necessary reviews. Manage and appraise the structure of the engineering project team, ensuring it meets both short and long-term objectives. Ensure Engineering Systems and 3D intelligent design environments are properly set up and utilized effectively. Direct and review engineering activities to ensure work quality aligns with company objectives. Promote safety awareness and apply corporate design for safety principles. Conduct engineering risk assessments and HAZOPs, ensuring all identified issues are addressed. Arrange and facilitate design reviews and key engineering review milestones. Coordinate quality audit verifications to ensure compliance with engineering standards and internal procedures. Identify and implement value optimization opportunities across all project disciplines. Provide technical guidance to discipline engineers and project engineers regarding scope, design criteria, and safety considerations. Ensure compliance with company technical standards throughout project development and execution phases. Contribute to the development of an integrated engineering management methodology across studies and execution projects. Maintain the flow of analyzed information and reporting to the Corporate Management Team related to Contracts Management plans and project status. Develop and maintain a Project Engineering Management framework for world-class delivery of capital projects.
Materials Engineering Specialist
Location: Fort McMurray
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 5 years
Support Production Units in managing threats by endorsing Materials Engineer assessment on applicable damage mechanisms, likelihood of failure, metallurgical controls needed for successful repairs, repair/replacement decisions, risk mitigation support through advanced analysis and knowledge/experience sharing as required Provide Metallurgical expertise for critical repairs (for Reactors, HP-High Pressure Separators, SMRs-Steam Methane Reformers, PSA-Pressure Swing Adsorbers), Hot tap welding on live piping and equipment etc. Support Management of Equipment Strategies/RBI by acting as a Cold Eye reviewer for Equipment Strategies with highlighted risks / Risk Rank I & II. Provide metallurgical expertise to Equipment Strategy/RBI team for high-risk items Support the PU through review of identified risk and mitigation measures Act as an expert for metallurgical aspects of failures, investigations, material selection and welding Provide oversight for the work outsourced to 3rd party contractors and ensure technical deliverables meet company requirements Involvement in identified risk scenarios to drive technical decisions related to Materials Engineering Oversee assessment of Materials Engineering / corrosion related IOWs - selection, exceedance, and mitigation Provide specialized Materials engineering support to TA organization and outages Participate in Joint Industry Project (JIP), external technical committees and conferences as needed Mentor Materials Engineers on the team on material selection, welding, repair methodology, failure analysis and metallurgical assessment Develop and deliver technical mentoring sessions and knowledge sharing Lead Targeted Knowledge Transfer (TKT) sessions as required to develop advanced engineering analysis skills Act as the Technical Authority for Metallurgical Engineering aspects and authorize TDNs (as per OEMS - Technical Authority) Custodian of special metallurgical procedures followed at the site (for e.g. Weldability Procedure, Solution Annealing Procedure) Provide Metallurgical Engineering support for Project Initiatives #BRUCAD
Automation Engineer
Location: Greater Toronto Area
Branche: Pharmaceuticals
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 2 years
Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated systems, including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, robotics, and other control systems. Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, and software-related issues to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency. Perform regular calibration of sensors, instruments, and automated equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards. Modify/optimize control programs to enhance process performance and production quality. Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, calibrations, and software changes. Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), FDA, and other regulatory requirements by adhering to established protocols and guidelines for pharmaceutical industry standards. Identify opportunities to improve automation processes, enhance system reliability, and reduce operational costs. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement upgrades and modifications to systems. Work closely with production, quality assurance, and engineering teams to support manufacturing objectives. Provide training and guidance to operators and junior technicians on the proper use of automated systems. Strong knowledge of PLC programming and industrial automation systems. Experience with control system architecture, including SCADA, HMI interfaces, and networks Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, and software components Familiarity with sensors, actuators, motors, VFDs, and servo systems. Ability to interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, and electrical schematics. Strong analytical and diagnostic skills to identify and resolve system inefficiencies. Proactive mindset with the ability to prioritize and manage tasks in a high-pressure situations
Project Manger (Engineering)
Location: Greater Toronto Area
Branche: Pharmaceuticals
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 2 years
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, resource plans, KPIs, and progress reporting. Support governance meetings by preparing materials, capturing action items, and ensuring follow-through Drive alignment across program teams and ensure adherence to the Manufacturing 4.0 roadmap Act as a liaison between cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, IT, and business process owners. Foster collaboration across various communities of practice, such as MES, Kinaxis, and M&S Plan-to-Manufacture teams. Facilitate stakeholder engagement through effective communication strategies and updates Oversee the deployment of digital tools, such as MES systems, Kinaxis, and iShift. Identify areas for continuous improvement and align solutions with operational excellence goals. Implement change management strategies for smooth adoption of new processes Lead training, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions to support cultural and operational shifts Ensure all project activities comply with regulatory requirements and company standards. Maintain documentation to support audits and inspections.
Industrial Engineer
Location: Charlottetown
Branche: Life Sciences
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 3 years
Responsibilities Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of capital and infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with project goals, timelines, and budgets. Lead process and equipment validation ensuring regulatory compliance and consistent high-quality products. Monitor production data and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to highlight trends and opportunities for improvements. Ensure that all manufacturing processes and equipment meet the required standards and specifications through rigorous testing and validation. Follow IQ, OQ, PQ methodologies when applicable. Develop and manage qualification documentation for new equipment, processes, and systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Track the status of qualification activities and provide regular updates to stakeholders on progress and issues. Conduct assessments of packaging materials and processes to ensure they meet quality, safety, and compliance standards. Provide recommendations for packaging improvements and partner with suppliers and internal teams to implement changes. Identify and implement strategies and methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) for continuous improvements, efficiency gains, and waste reduction including tracing performance of implemented changes.
Quality Manager (Engineering)
Location: Greater Toronto Area
Branche: Pharmaceuticals
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 2 years
Provide quality oversight for manufacturing process equipment, CIP, SIP, Thermal, Utilities, HVAC qualification and computerized system validation activities pertaining to B100 licensure, start-up and lifecycle management. Review/approve validation deliverables (i.e. URS, specification documents, risk assessment, test strategies, protocols, executed raw data packages, reports, validation plans, SOPs, Equipment registration in SAP) in accordance with internal and regulatory policies. Review, assess and approve change controls, deviations and corrective plans, resulting from validation/qualification studies. As required, represent Quality Operations on project team and/or sub-teams and/or project working groups to provide direction on validation issues with respect to compliance. Responsible for maintaining validation awareness by screening and reporting on significant validation trends and changes through literature reviews, meetings, and peer discussions within the industry.
Project Manager
Location: Timmins
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 5 years
Lead the feasibility study for closure plan engineering for mine site, planning and preparing U/G mine and surface infrastructure for closure, development of site plan for closure readiness (security, open pit fence, required closure infrastructure) finalizing optimized plan for waste rock and water treatment, ensuring necessary studies and work on crown pillars have been conducted. Responsible for execution of closure early works construction and mine site progressive rehabilitation projects as identified by closure studies. Work with project controller to ensure scope, schedule, and budget for areas of responsibility are up to date, accurate, and complete. Primary accountable for ensuring closure permitting is timely achieved that aligns with our clients standards, ICMM framework, and aligned with Closed Sites Team. Ensure mine site make safe and divestiture plans are completed and key elements of plan from SME's are appropriately documented ahead of closure.
Environmental Coordinator
Location: Kamloops
Branche: Mining
Expertise: HSEQ
Experience: 4 years
Collaborate with the Environment and Construction Management teams to provide guidance on environmental programs. Translate environmental and sustainability goals into actionable plans. Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of Environmental and Social Management Systems, including training programs, employee awareness initiatives, and system plans such as Environmental Protection Plans, Waste Management Plans, and Environmental Monitoring Plans. Track and ensure compliance with environmental regulations, authorizations, and commitments. Coordinate with departments to document and report on regulatory compliance and environmental KPIs. Prepare data and reports for regulatory authorities within deadlines. Assist in developing and implementing compliance monitoring programs (e.g., air, water quality, wildlife monitoring). Facilitate on-site agency inspections, including escorting regulatory personnel and participating in reviews and meetings. Assist in the implementation of Environmental Effects Monitoring (EEM) programs. Conduct site inspections/audits, identify hazards, and issue corrective action reports as needed. Investigate environmental incidents, report findings, and implement corrective actions. Coordinate regulatory and corporate reporting requirements. Liaise with government officials and stakeholders on environmental aspects of construction and operations. Deliver environmental inductions and training to employees, contractors, and visitors.
Contracts Lead
Location: Vancouver
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 5 years
Be a courageous safety leader, leading by example and fostering a proactive safety and sustainability culture based on the common values of health, safety, environment, and communities shared by the asset owners As a member of a multi-disciplinary project team, collaborate and influence Project activities to provide the best commercial value for the Project Lead preparation of the Contracting Strategy, policies and procedures documents Enable Project success by identifying and evaluating contracting strategies, and facilitating the selection of the commercial strategy that best supports the Project objectives Work with internal groups, particularly Legal, Risk and Insurance, and the Manager, Project Services to develop, integrate and deliver best-practice Project contracting practices, procedures, and templates. Lead the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, including: Plan, prepare, and manage the RFP documents and process Analyze and evaluate commercial proposals Lead the technical evaluation process and consolidating inputs Support and provide input to the selection process, based on overall best value. Negotiate commercial and legal terms on behalf of Ensure all records are managed and retained Coordinate agreements post-award in close collaboration with Project Management, Project Controls, and contract scope owners, including evaluating pre-mobilization deliverables, reconciling invoices, negotiating / resolving disputes, negotiating changes, implementing change management procedures, and closing contracts Ensure all Contractor and Consultant personnel align with all relevant requirements, policies, industry best practices, and project-specific requirements Build and maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders and external service providers Promote commitment to sustainability, the environment, and health and safety, through leading by example, and demonstrating honesty, sincerity, and openness to feedback Review existing contracting processes and lead improvements aimed at enhancing efficiencies, as necessary, working collaboratively with team members and external service providers, driving continuous improvements Foster a culture of open communication, focus on building relationships across the organization, with the partners and external audiences, and invest in developing talent within the organization by providing recognition, challenge, and mentorship
Contracts & Procurement Manager
Location: Vancouver
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Purchase
Experience: 5 years
Be a courageous safety leader, leading by example and fostering a proactive safety and sustainability culture based on the common values on health, safety, environment, and communities shared by the asset owners As a member of a multi-disciplinary project team, collaborate and influence project activities to unlock the value of the resource through strategic investments, and the advancement of development options Manage the project contracts and procurement group and enable success by developing, recommending, and implementing contracting and procurement strategies, for both consultant studies and field program activities, as well as implementing strategies that best support project objectives Collaborate with external Legal Counsel, and other asset owner commercial groups, to develop, integrate and deliver best-practice project contract and procurement practices, policies, procedures and templates for management approval Manage and support Contract and Procurement Leads and other partners on all aspects of the Contracting and Procurement process Support and advise scope owners for interpretation of legal and commercial terms and the application of those terms to handle issues / disputes / claims. Step in as a leader to proactively resolve issues that arise between contractors/vendors and project teams with integrity. Proactively provide guidance to General Manager / Project Director / Project Services Manager and the broader project team regarding contract and procurement management strategies, options, and considerations throughout all stages of contracts and purchase order lifecycles Ensure all personnel are advised on and follow contracting and procurement policies and procedures, and ensure project team members are informed on any changes to the delegation of authority protocol and change management processes Prepare contract and procurement management plans, and reports as required Build, foster, and maintain relationships with the Tahltan, relevant team members, external service providers, and contractors Promote the company's commitment to sustainability, the environment, and health and safety, through leading by example, and demonstrating integrity, sincerity, and openness to feedback Contribute to a culture of teamwork across all constituents and stakeholders Foster a culture of open communication, focus on building relationships across the organization, with the Partners and external audiences, and invest in developing talent within the organization by providing recognition, challenge, and mentorship
What do planning engineers do?
Planning engineers are responsible for several key tasks throughout the project lifecycle. They meticulously analyze project requirements and objectives to create detailed plans, encompassing timelines, resource allocation, and budget estimates. These professionals collaborate with project managers to set achievable milestones and deadlines, allowing for efficient project monitoring and progress tracking.
Moreover, planning engineers continuously assess project risks and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential delays and disruptions. They monitor the project's progress, identify any deviations from the original plan, and propose corrective actions to ensure the project remains on schedule.
Planning engineers utilize various project management tools and software to create and manage Gantt charts, critical path analysis, and resource utilization charts. These tools aid in effective project planning and resource allocation, allowing for the optimization of manpower and equipment utilization.
What are the required skills for a planning engineer?
To excel as a planning engineer, individuals must possess a diverse skill set. Exceptional organizational skills are essential for managing complex project plans and multiple timelines effectively. Planning engineers should be adept at problem-solving, as they often encounter unforeseen challenges that require quick and efficient resolution to keep the project on track.
Communication skills are crucial for successful collaboration with project stakeholders and team members. Planning engineers need to convey complex technical information and project updates clearly and concisely. Additionally, they should have a strong understanding of project management methodologies and techniques to develop efficient and realistic project schedules.
Where do planning engineers work?
Planning engineers find employment opportunities in a variety of industries, especially in construction, infrastructure development, manufacturing, and large-scale project management. They may work for construction companies, engineering firms, government agencies, or any organization involved in project planning and execution.
Common planning engineer responsibilities
Develop comprehensive project plans and schedules, considering project requirements, objectives, and available resources;
Collaborate with project managers and other stakeholders to set realistic milestones and deadlines for project completion;
Continuously monitor project progress, identify potential delays, and implement corrective measures to keep the project on track;
Conduct risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions;
Utilize project management tools and software to create Gantt charts, critical path analysis, and resource utilization charts;
Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure timely and efficient project execution;
Optimize resource allocation and manpower utilization to maximize project efficiency;
Provide regular project updates to stakeholders, keeping them informed of project status and any changes to the plan;
Comply with safety regulations and quality standards throughout the project;
Maintain detailed project documentation, including plans, schedules, and progress reports.
Qualifications for planning engineers
To become a planning engineer, candidates should possess at least a Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field. Additional certifications in project management or relevant software proficiency can be advantageous.
Other essential qualifications include:
- 2-4+ years of experience in project planning and scheduling;
- Proficiency in project management tools and software;
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities;
- Extensive experience with project management methodologies;
- Detail-oriented and highly organized;
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams;
- Dedicated to completing projects on time and within the budget.
