Engineering Planner

Job Summary
The Engineering Scheduler Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining effective planning strategies to ensure optimal output of deliverables within the engineering department.

Essential Duties

• Perform all duties in a safe manner and promotes “Safety First” mentality across team
• Evaluate and determine project urgency, complexity, impact, and dependencies.
• Develop detailed Engineering plans, including task assignments, deadlines, and timelines.
• Optimize the allocation of shared resources (employees, equipment) across multiple projects to ensure resources are used efficiently and deadlines are met.
• Utilize ERP/MRP/Planning systems to track project progress against the plan, identifying potential issues or delays, and implementing solutions.
• Preparing and issuing regular reports on project status, progress, and any shortfalls for stakeholders and management.
• Collaborate with a variety of teams, including project managers, quality, operations, and Engineering to ensure alignment.
• Participate in S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) meetings and contribute to long-term capacity and resource planning.
• Analyze data to provide insights into resource capacity, adherence to timelines, and resource utilization.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Excellent knowledge of production planning.
• Experience with ERP systems, Epicor preferred
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication abilities.
• Attention to detail.

• Ability to balance short-term production needs with long-term strategic goals.
• Understanding of switchgear, relay panels, or other like electrical distribution systems.

Required / Preferred Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, manufacturing, supply chain management, project management, industrial engineering, or other related fields.
• 5+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using ERP/MRP software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Epicor).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other planning tools. (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project)

Supervisory Duties
None.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position operates in a professional office environment adjoining an active manufacturing facility. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Use of standard office equipment is necessary, and the employee may need to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.

Why work with us?

We don't just have a passion for our products we manufacture; we care for our team. We successfully grow as a company through our investment in our employees. As a foundation to the culture of ESS Metron we care about the development of our employees.

Benefits

Competitive Base Compensation
Generous Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Healthcare & Dependent Care FSA Options
Health Savings Account Option
Matching 401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off
10 Paid Holidays per Year
Paid Parental Leave
Company-Provided Life & AD&D Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Complimentary access to premium employee benefits including WellHub (fitness & wellness), Cleo (family support), Bright Horizons (childcare & education), and New Benefits (discounts & services).

Who we are

ESS Metron is one of the world's leading designers and manufacturers of low and medium voltage power distribution product solutions, integrated power distribution centers, custom control products, modular control buildings and skid mounted power distribution. With over 60 years of experience, ESS Metron has produced the highest quality products for the most demanding applications & environments know. Our team members help power the future of our clients by providing the highest quality custom power distribution solutions to the market ensuring our clients can provide their services on a daily basis.

ESS Metron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect diversity and accordingly is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, service in the military or veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment.