Estimator & Planning Engineer - Engineered Equipment

Koch; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Koch is seeking a planning-focused professional to translate technical requirements into precise cost estimates, robust production plans, and reliable delivery forecasts. You will enhance planning accuracy, resource use, and schedule performance while ensuring safety and quality in manufacturing execution.

This role spans engineering, project management, production, supply chain, and quality teams. As a key contributor, you will drive improvements across value streams, support risk management,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Production Engineering or related field.
• Experience in fabrication, engineered equipment, oil and gas, or project-driven manufacturing environments.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, welding requirements, inspection requirements, and manufacturing routings.
• Knowledge of estimating methodologies, labour-hour forecasting, capacity planning, work breakdown structures, resource loading, and project scheduling principles.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 and/or MS Project, advanced Excel, and ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong analytical, organisational, communication, and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate estimates, labour forecasts, and execution strategies that support commercially sound project decisions.
• Build and maintain production plans that align materials, resources, capacity, and project priorities to achieve reliable delivery performance.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify risks, resolve constraints, and support successful project execution.
• Drive visibility and accountability through schedule forecasting, progress tracking, and proactive recovery planning.
• Support operational excellence by analysing estimate and schedule performance, capturing lessons learned, and improving future accuracy.
• Promote responsible stewardship by integrating safety, quality, and risk management considerations into planning activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve manufacturing performance.

Skills

Analytical

Organisational

Communication

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing/Production Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Koch is seeking a planning-focused professional to translate technical requirements into precise cost estimates, robust production plans, and reliable delivery forecasts. You will enhance planning accuracy, resource use, and schedule performance while ensuring safety and quality in manufacturing execution.

This role spans engineering, project management, production, supply chain, and quality teams. As a key contributor, you will drive improvements across value streams, support risk management,