Planning Engineer

Matar Al Baqmi Holding Company; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fabrication firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Planning Engineer to oversee project schedules and ensure timely production of pressure vessels and static equipment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 3-6 years of project planning experience within the heavy fabrication industry. Key responsibilities include coordinating workflows, preparing progress reports, and managing risks related to production schedules. The role requires proficiency in planning software and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in project planning within pressure vessel or heavy fabrication industry.
• Experience working in ASME-certified fabrication workshops is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and control project schedules for fabrication.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for smooth workflow.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
• Plan manpower and material requirements for fabrication.
• Track fabrication stages to ensure adherence to specifications.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans.

Skills

Fabrication processes for pressure vessels

Planning software: Primavera P6, MS Project, Excel

ASME Section VIII, TEMA, API standards

Excellent communication and coordination skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Job Purpose The Planning Engineer is responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules for the fabrication of pressure vessels, heat exchangers, tanks, and related static equipment. The role ensures timely execution of production activities, resource allocation, and coordination between engineering, procurement, and fabrication teams to meet project deadlines and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Scheduling & Planning
   • Prepare detailed project schedules (Level 1–4) covering engineering, procurement, fabrication, welding, NDT, painting, and dispatch.
   • Develop work breakdown structures (WBS) for each project.
   • Track project milestones and ensure alignment with contractual delivery dates.
   • Monitor project progress daily/weekly and update project schedules accordingly.
2. Coordination & Communication
   • Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, Production, QC, and Supply Chain teams for smooth workflow.
   • Conduct weekly progress review meetings with internal teams and provide recovery plans when needed.
   • Communicate schedule delays, risks, and impacts to management and propose corrective actions.
3. Documentation & Reporting
   • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
   • Maintain project planning documents including fabrication status reports, manpower loading, and material delivery status.
   • Update dashboards and KPIs for management review.
4. Resource Management
   • Plan manpower, machines, and material requirements for each phase of fabrication.
   • Ensure optimum utilization of workshop resources.
   • Forecast potential bottlenecks and identify solutions in advance.
5. Monitoring Fabrication Progress
   • Track fabrication stages such as cutting, rolling, welding, machining, assembly, hydro testing, NDT, and painting.
   • Ensure adherence to ASME, API, and client specifications.
   • Follow up with QC for inspection and documentation schedules.
6. Risk Management
   • Identify project risks related to schedule, material delays, or production challenges.
   • Develop mitigation and contingency plans.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of fabrication processes for pressure vessels, heat exchangers, tanks, and static equipment.
• Proficiency in planning software: Primavera P6, MS Project, and Excel.
• Understanding of ASME Section VIII, TEMA, API standards.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in project planning within pressure vessel, heat exchanger, or heavy fabrication industry.
• Experience working in ASME-certified fabrication workshops is preferred.