233 Planning Engineer jobs in the United Kingdom

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Planning Engineer to be engaged on a contract basis in Cumbria.

What you'll be doing

• Look at construction projects from every angle to decide the safest and best possible way to deliver them
• Win everyone's confidence and get them on board to follow your plan - including supply chains and subcontractors
• Manage programmes of work to make sure we do what we say we'll do in the right way at the right time to the right cost
• Have a strong handle on every project by reporting on productivity, mapping predicted progress and getting out on site to ensure our progress data's accurate
• Make informed decisions on how best to proceed if any changes are needed
• Be part of a powerful planning community who lean on and learn from each other
• Collaborate across Balfour Beatty to define plans, update on progress and increase the impact that planning can make on safety and quality
• Get the chance to mentor our Planners and reverse mentor our leaders

Who we're looking for

• Have significant experience of planning services - ideally within construction
• Know how to use planning techniques and planning toolsets
• Understand tender documents, contracts and specifications
• Understand various methods of planning, programming and progress monitoring
• Want to work with people - we're about teamwork, not siloes
• Develop relationships, trust and confidence to get every team to do what's needed
• Be unflappable as situations change, plans evolve and decisions need making.

For more information on this role or to register your interest for future job updates, please visit (url removed)

Why We're Different: Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives.

Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge.

We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them! We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear.

Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future: As an equal opportunities business, we value applications

Planning/Applications Engineering in Wednesbury/Walsall, offering a stable and forward-thinking environment. At our client’s innovative manufacturing facility, you'll find a workplace that values your technical expertise and encourages your professional growth. With a friendly culture and a focus on collaboration, this is an ideal place to develop your career whilst enjoying excellent benefits and a supportive team. Joining this company means stepping into a modern, spacious setting with on-site parking, where every day brings new and interesting projects.

The Planning Engineer/Applications Engineer role itself is dynamic and integral to the company's success. Here, you'll be translating customer orders into seamless manufacturing routes, ensuring on-time delivery while maintaining high standards. Your responsibilities will include defining manufacturing processes, liaising with sales and production teams, and creating instructions for machinists. You’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact through process improvements, optimise efficiency, and reduce waste—contributing directly to the company’s growth and your professional development.

To succeed as a Planning Engineer/Applications Engineer, you'll need a background in applications, process, planning, or technical sales engineering within a manufacturing environment. Strong capability in reading engineering drawings and CAD data is essential, alongside knowledge of international standards like ASTM, ISO, BS, or DIN. Experience with processes such as CNC machining, forging, heat treatment, and coatings will set you apart. You should also possess strong numeracy skills, excellent attention to detail, and be proficient in MS Office. Qualifications relevant to engineering or planning roles are highly desirable.

As a Planning Engineer, you will enjoy a competitive salary in the range of £40,000 to £50,000, depending on experience.

The role offers a Monday to Friday, 40-hour week with a typical early finish on Fridays—meaning a good work-life balance.

Additional benefits include: pension scheme (3% employer / 5% employee contributions), a cash health plan, and access to an employee assistance programme 

This is your chance to thrive within a supportive environment that genuinely values your contribution and provides room for career development.

to this Planning Engineer/Applications Engineer role by pushing the button on this job posting or by sending your CV in confidence to (url removed). We look forward to helping you find your next career move within an organisation that values expertise and fosters growth.

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JRS Associates have partnered up with a leading aerospace engineering company in Pinxton to recruit a Planning Engineer . This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established precision manufacturer, offering stability, career development, and an early Friday finish.

The Successful Planning Engineer - Package:

• p>£35,000 – £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)

• Day shifts – Monday to Thursday 08:00–1730, Friday 08:00–14:00

Early Friday finish every week

• Long-term career stability within the aerospace industry

The Successful Planning Engineer - Requirements:

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Proven background in CNC machining / programming

• Experience with estimating and quoting precision-engineered components

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and customer requirements

• Strong communication skills for liaising with production and customers

• Aerospace industry experience preferred but not essential

The Successful Planning Engineer - Duties will include:

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Planning and preparing work orders for the machine shop

• Producing accurate cost estimates and quotations

• Supporting CNC programming when required

• Liaising with production teams to ensure smooth workflow

• Contributing to continuous improvement within planning and estimating functions

If you’re a Planning Engineer looking to join a respected aerospace company with excellent working hours and progression opportunities, this is the role for you.

Apply now! Shortlisted candidates will receive a call within 3 hours during working hours to discuss the role further.

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Planning Engineer to be engaged on a contract basis in Cumbria.

What you'll be doing

• Look at construction projects from every angle to decide the safest and best possible way to deliver them
• Win everyone's confidence and get them on board to follow your plan - including supply chains and subcontractors
• Manage programmes of work to make sure we do what we say we'll do in the right way at the right time to the right cost
• Have a strong handle on every project by reporting on productivity, mapping predicted progress and getting out on site to ensure our progress data's accurate
• Make informed decisions on how best to proceed if any changes are needed
• Be part of a powerful planning community who lean on and learn from each other
• Collaborate across Balfour Beatty to define plans, update on progress and increase the impact that planning can make on safety and quality
• Get the chance to mentor our Planners and reverse mentor our leaders

Who we're looking for

• Have significant experience of planning services - ideally within construction
• Know how to use planning techniques and planning toolsets
• Understand tender documents, contracts and specifications
• Understand various methods of planning, programming and progress monitoring
• Want to work with people - we're about teamwork, not siloes
• Develop relationships, trust and confidence to get every team to do what's needed
• Be unflappable as situations change, plans evolve and decisions need making.

For more information on this role or to register your interest for future job updates, please visit (url removed)

Why We're Different: Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives.

Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge.

We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them! We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear.

Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future: As an equal opportunities business, we value applications

Planning/Applications Engineering in Wednesbury/Walsall, offering a stable and forward-thinking environment. At our client’s innovative manufacturing facility, you'll find a workplace that values your technical expertise and encourages your professional growth. With a friendly culture and a focus on collaboration, this is an ideal place to develop your career whilst enjoying excellent benefits and a supportive team. Joining this company means stepping into a modern, spacious setting with on-site parking, where every day brings new and interesting projects.

The Planning Engineer/Applications Engineer role itself is dynamic and integral to the company's success. Here, you'll be translating customer orders into seamless manufacturing routes, ensuring on-time delivery while maintaining high standards. Your responsibilities will include defining manufacturing processes, liaising with sales and production teams, and creating instructions for machinists. You’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact through process improvements, optimise efficiency, and reduce waste—contributing directly to the company’s growth and your professional development.

To succeed as a Planning Engineer/Applications Engineer, you'll need a background in applications, process, planning, or technical sales engineering within a manufacturing environment. Strong capability in reading engineering drawings and CAD data is essential, alongside knowledge of international standards like ASTM, ISO, BS, or DIN. Experience with processes such as CNC machining, forging, heat treatment, and coatings will set you apart. You should also possess strong numeracy skills, excellent attention to detail, and be proficient in MS Office. Qualifications relevant to engineering or planning roles are highly desirable.

As a Planning Engineer, you will enjoy a competitive salary in the range of £40,000 to £50,000, depending on experience.

The role offers a Monday to Friday, 40-hour week with a typical early finish on Fridays—meaning a good work-life balance.

Additional benefits include: pension scheme (3% employer / 5% employee contributions), a cash health plan, and access to an employee assistance programme 

This is your chance to thrive within a supportive environment that genuinely values your contribution and provides room for career development.

to this Planning Engineer/Applications Engineer role by pushing the button on this job posting or by sending your CV in confidence to (url removed). We look forward to helping you find your next career move within an organisation that values expertise and fosters growth.

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