Planning Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Weymouth
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£40,000 / year
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

Production Planning Technical Manufacturing Instructions Machining CATIA APQP PPAP Export Compliance Process Improvement

FULL DESCRIPTION

Planning Engineer - Aerospace

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is recruiting for a proactive and detail-oriented Planning Engineer to join an aerospace manufacturing team in Weymouth.

  • Location: Weymouth, Dorset
  • Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 per annum
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday-Friday (Mon-Thu 7:30-16:30, Fri 7:30-12:30)

Key Duties

  • Plan and optimise production of new (NPI) and existing components.
  • Develop and maintain technical manufacturing instructions (route cards).
  • Define set-up and run times for manufacturing processes.
  • Estimate machining times using material and cutting data.
  • Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies.
  • Collaborate with Purchasing on tooling, materials and gauging requirements.
  • Support new method development and prove out processes.
  • Act as a key contact for product compliance and engineering queries.
  • Liaise directly with customers on technical and engineering matters.
  • Produce process sketches using CATIA.
  • Conduct contract reviews to ensure manufacturability and compliance.
  • Support APQP and PPAP processes and associated documentation.
  • Assist with export compliance and documentation.
  • Work closely with Quality to support NCR investigations and continuous improvement.
  • Monitor and implement customer specifications and requirements.

Requirements

  • BTEC or HNC in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering desirable.
  • Strong background in machining and manufacturing processes.
  • Experience within the aerospace engineering industry.
  • Ability to interpret and improve production methods and workflows.
  • Experience designing and producing manufacturing fixtures.
  • Knowledge of export compliance requirements.
  • Familiarity with multiple machining techniques and special processes.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

What We Offer

  • 39 hours per week: Monday-Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm, Friday 7:30am-12:30pm.

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