What is the role of a planning engineer?
Planning engineers are critical to several industries because practically every organization and company needs expert planners. Their primary focus is on developing comprehensive project plans and schedules, ensuring the timely and efficient execution of projects while meeting all quality and safety standards. Planning engineers coordinate with multiple stakeholders, including project managers, contractors, and other engineering teams, to facilitate seamless project delivery.
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Senior Electrical Engineer
Location: Vancouver
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Controlling
Experience: 3 years
Development and project management of substation designs, project layouts, mining plants, transmission line designs, distribution line designs and support to other engineering groups. Identify new substation siting using desktop and in-person field visits with internal and external parties. Develop and review of scope of work documents, one-lines, three lines, layouts, evaluation, panel layouts, and engineering standards drawings. Act as a Senior electrical project manager for multiple projects in coordination with the overall Operations Project Management team. Act as utility technical a subject matter expert interface for assigned projects in coordination with Interconnection and Operations Project Management teams. Ensure due diligence, engineering and constructability reviews, submittals, and support to Substation, Development engineering, Project Engineering, and Interconnection groups are achieved on all assigned projects. Participate in the identification and selection of major equipment suppliers and RFP evaluations for owners furnished equipment. Developing optimization tools which include Standard drawings, Calculation Sheets, tracking tools, process improvement, etc. Interface with the Engineering, Project Management and Operations teams leading up to and through project commercial operations to ensure timely and complete transfer of plant technical deliverables. Attend site visits to support site evaluation, suitability, and due diligence efforts. Identify value engineering opportunities. Perform other duties as required.
Instrumentation and Controls Engineer
Location: Peterborough
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: HR & Recruiting
Experience: 2 years
Brunel is seeking an Instrumentation and Control Engineer for our nuclear energy client. Reporting to the Instrumentation & Controls Engineering Manager, this role entails supporting the technical direction for the overall project and supporting technical interfacing to both internal and external customers. The Instrumentation & Controls Engineering department largely focuses on the control systems and instrumentation involved within Fuel Handling Systems, other parts of the plant, tooling, medical isotope systems as well as remote delivery machines. These systems are often complex and are in specialized areas. Responsibilities Prepare elementary drawings/schematics, electrical assembly drawings, single line diagrams, equipment specifications, technical documents in compliance with applicable codes & standards. Liaise with personnel from various customer groups like design, operations, and maintenance to gather site-specific design information. Execute walk downs of various equipment in the plant. Prepare and present technical data to internal and external customers. Ensure designs comply with applicable company, technical, and regulatory standards. Participate in design reviews and customer review meetings, providing stakeholder and design input. Test execution/commissioning of complex equipment and systems. Review selection of components and equipment (e.g motors, cables, relays, junction boxes). Adhere to on-time/on-budget criteria associated with project commitments and customer success. Support the development and estimating of engineering proposals. Ensure that design support the development and estimating of engineering proposals. Ensure that design is done for manufacturability and complies with requirements. Support the development and estimating of engineering proposals. Key success factors are engineering and product excellence, effective design activity management, task/milestone completion on-time/on-budget, producing defect free designs, meeting your metrics, motivating a diverse team, managing and achieving results through influencing and setting of expectations/actions. Leading by example, assure compliance and adherence to processes (including internal Business Management System), industry codes and standards, quality systems, policies, and contractual requirements. Support process change through process enhancement, and technology introduction to achieve world-class product development and product deployment. Support customer relationships and ensure market alignment. This position requires interaction with external customers, subcontractors, and cross functional internal teams. May support proposal development and review including scope review, estimating as well as technical presentations to the customer. Helps to identify project risks, analyze solutions, and take decisive action to resolve issues and communicate these to the leadership team. Provide assurance of health and safety associated with the execution of all projects and activities. Short term travel may be required for the purpose of meeting with clients and stakeholders.
Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineer
Location: Vancouver
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Controlling
Experience: 3 years
Instrumentation and Control system Engineering experience in Detailed Engineering, Construction/Field Support Interpreting P&I Drawings, review/checking loop diagrams, schematics, or other field instrumentation drawings. Provide technical expertise and guidance to engineering contractor project teams, resolving technical issues/conflicts and ensuring adherence to project timelines and specifications. Use of technical judgment in making selections and adaptation of engineering alternatives during various stages of project implementation. Work with the project team during various optimization efforts during various stages of project implementation. Supports risk assessments, including PHA/HAZOP Generate and review technical reports, specifications, and data sheets to support project implementation. Implement and monitor performance indicators, metrics for measurement of Instrumentation and Controls progress/schedule during various stages of project implementation. Prepare Weekly/monthly reports to communicate project status and outcomes to stakeholders. Collaborate with other discipline, departments, and company installations/sites to provide technical support and recommendations during various stages of project implementation. Ensure compliance with relevant industry codes, standards, regulations, and safety guidelines (e.g., ASME, API, ISO, IEC, ISA) various stages of project implementation. Proficiency of Smart-Plant Instrumentation Instrument database.
Intermediate Equipment Engineer
Location: Peterborough
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 3 years
Provide execution of design/analysis/test/commissioning of complex equipment and systems throughout the entire product life cycle. Preparation or approval of design documentation (including technical documents, drawings and BOMs), technical specifications, development and test plans, and engineering quotations. 3D modelling for purposes of conceptual design, and performing stress analysis. Application of design for manufacturability/assembly (DFMA) techniques. Provide technical support to CAD, Procurement, Manufacturing, Test, Quality, and Commissioning and Service personnel. Participation in internal and external meetings, such as design reviews, preparing and presenting technical data. Key success factors are engineering and product excellence, effective design activity management, task/milestone completion on-time/on-budget, producing defect free designs, meeting your metrics, motivating a diverse team, managing and achieving results through influencing and setting of expectations/actions. Leading by example, assure compliance and adherence to processes (including internal Business Management System), industry codes and standards, quality systems, policies, and contractual requirements. Support process change through process enhancement, and technology introduction to achieve world-class product development and product deployment. Support customer relationships and ensure market alignment. This position requires interaction with external customers, subcontractors, and cross functional internal teams. May support proposal development and review including scope review, estimating as well as technical presentations to the customer. Learn to identify project risks, analyze solutions, and take decisive action to resolve issues and communicate these to the leadership team. Provide assurance of health and safety associated with the execution of all projects and activities. Short term travel may be required for the purpose of meeting with clients and stakeholders.
Product Development Project Engineer
Location: Montreal
Branche: Life Sciences
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 3 years
Direct, manage and support other resources assigned to all tasks related to the product development or continuous improvement projects Plan, maintain and communicate project timelines and changes Contribute to technical design, development and improvements to all products within the Organization Review and approve mechanical drawings and electrical schematics related to the project Perform and document testing activities to support product development and continuous improvement projects Participate in assembling prototype and/or installing parts on existing equipment (mechanic, electric and/or electronic) Maintain current understanding of the product and provide technical support to all internal departments Manage engineering changes to assigned products Participate in Quality and Continuous Improvement Reviews, support initiatives and actions as required.
Junior Mechanical Engineer
Location: Peterborough
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 2 years
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Medical Information Associate
Location: Toronto
Branche: Pharmaceuticals
Expertise: Communications & Distribution
Experience: 1 years
Medical information provision Provide medical information responses to unsolicited medical questions from internal business partners and external customers, through a variety of channels. Planning, researching and writing scientifically complex, high quality, balanced, scientifically based consistent and accurate medical information responses for customers in response to unsolicited questions from customers. Medical information materials creation and update Prepare materials for contact center and patient support programs Create medical information responses and/or localize global medical information responses to reflect Canadian regulations, labeling and resources. Subject Matter Expert for Medical Information Apply the medical information expertise and analytics to medical information communication plan including channel selection Engage scientific and clinical discussions by leveraging compound and disease knowledge and medical information-related knowledge including the relevant regulations Leadership Lead and/or facilitate transformation to maximize the value of medical information Share best practices about medical information-related activities with others Provide expert consultation and coach to others Additional responsibilities Power User of on-line databases, systems, customer relationship management (CRM) tools and authoring software. Review promotional, advertising and educational materials for scientific soundness and technical accuracy
Senior Project Manager
Location: Markham
Branche: Food Production
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 4 years
Develop and enforce systems, compliance standards, and best practices for fixed assets across all sites. Oversee the execution of insurance response plans and manage audit findings effectively. Standardize asset management practices to ensure consistency and compliance across the organization. Collaborate with functional leaders, site management, and external stakeholders to ensure cohesive and efficient operational strategies. Maintain a comprehensive national system for tracking maintenance PM/PdM records and audit documentation. Partner with the Maintenance Reliability team to implement a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) that supports robust tracking of compliance activities and corrective actions. Create and manage dashboards and reporting tools to centralize KPI reporting on compliance status, trends, and areas needing attention.
Project Procurement Specialist
Location: Vancouver
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 3 years
Introduction We are currently seeking a Project Procurement specialist for a leading mining client in Vancouver, British Columbia. Reporting to both the Procurement Lead as well as the Project Manager while assigned to a project, the Project Procurement Specialist will utilize and maintain our client's standard project procurement methods, procedures, templates, and systems. The specialist will oversee various stages of the procurement process, including the full lifecycle of contracting and material/ equipment purchasing. Additionally, the role will ensure close coordination with other project services disciplines, project teams, including Project Managers and Directors, and corporate support groups such as Legal and Corporate Risk as needed. Responsibilities As a member of the PDG procurement group, collaborate with the Procurement Lead, Contracts and Procurement Director and project teams. Work as part of the Owner's team to execute procurement activities and oversee the procurement efforts of consultants: Prepare and apply project specific procedures and guidelines for project procurement based on our clients PDG Project Procedures Manual (PPM). Create project procurement plans that incorporates strategic packaging options aligned with the overall project execution plans. Prepare comprehensive procurement documents for the entire project lifecycle, including RFPs, evaluations, LORs, agreements and others necessary materials. Manage purchase orders and/or contracts throughout their entire lifecycle. Design project procurement workflows in accordance with the Project Procedures Manual. Organize regular project procurement meetings, agendas, maintaining actions lists and tracking progress. Ensure that the procurement function of any Project Service Providers comply with relevant policies, industry best practices, and project-specific requirements. Maintain current and up-to-date procurement records throughout the project lifecycle. Assist in evaluating project time and cost claims. Upon project completion, contribute to the development and documentation of historical procurement information and "lessons learned" for future projects. collaborate with legal to compile key supplier Master Services Agreements Assist in developing and maintaining a supplier library, including contact information, corporate overviews, and supplier scorecards. Participate in the development and implementation of new procurement techniques and methods. Perform administrative duties related to procurement as required. Uphold and demonstrate Teck's commitment to safety and environmental protection as a core value. Requirements Undergraduate degree in a related field. A minimum 8 years of experience in project procurement with a preference for experience working on major mining and/or process plant project implementation. 1-2 years of hands-on field experience. Strong expertise in contract and order formation, negotiation and change management. Proven knowledge of project management principles, including risk management and change management. Solid understanding and experience in multiple phases of project execution. Ability to identify procurement activities that impact the project's critical path. Strong knowledge of the engineering (EPCM) industry, with the ability to interpret drawings and technical reports (highly desirable). Working knowledge of ERP procurement/purchasing systems. Experience with freight forwarding, logistics, brokerage and quality surveillance. Excellent critical and conceptual thinking skills. Strong interpersonal skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Proficiency in Spanish is highly desirable. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, SharePoint.
Instrument & Electrical Supervisor
Location: Mississauga
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 3 years
Ensure safe adherence to scheduled work, including maintenance corrective, regulatory, safety, environmental and break-in production support work Develop training and ensure maintenance technicians are trained and competent to complete the work assigned to them and that work is completed safely and efficiently Ensure that a disciplined approach to safety is present in the maintenance group On a daily basis, set work expectations and work performance levels with employees with timely and meaningful feedback Maintain a visible presence in the field to foster employee engagement, communication and assess work process effectiveness Develop continuous improvement plans for work execution and related processes/procedures Perform performance management of direct reports by consistently applying the collective agreement completing annual performance reviews Manage time entry of assigned craft persons and administer the attendance management process Hold monthly safety meetings, which include review and follow-up on items raised to ensure remedial action is taken Ensure all team members training is completed on time Ensure all regulatory documents and audits are up current Troubleshoot problems to ensure production reduction or downtime is minimized Update job completion on assigned work orders
What do planning engineers do?
Planning engineers are responsible for several key tasks throughout the project lifecycle. They meticulously analyze project requirements and objectives to create detailed plans, encompassing timelines, resource allocation, and budget estimates. These professionals collaborate with project managers to set achievable milestones and deadlines, allowing for efficient project monitoring and progress tracking.
Moreover, planning engineers continuously assess project risks and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential delays and disruptions. They monitor the project's progress, identify any deviations from the original plan, and propose corrective actions to ensure the project remains on schedule.
Planning engineers utilize various project management tools and software to create and manage Gantt charts, critical path analysis, and resource utilization charts. These tools aid in effective project planning and resource allocation, allowing for the optimization of manpower and equipment utilization.
What are the required skills for a planning engineer?
To excel as a planning engineer, individuals must possess a diverse skill set. Exceptional organizational skills are essential for managing complex project plans and multiple timelines effectively. Planning engineers should be adept at problem-solving, as they often encounter unforeseen challenges that require quick and efficient resolution to keep the project on track.
Communication skills are crucial for successful collaboration with project stakeholders and team members. Planning engineers need to convey complex technical information and project updates clearly and concisely. Additionally, they should have a strong understanding of project management methodologies and techniques to develop efficient and realistic project schedules.
Where do planning engineers work?
Planning engineers find employment opportunities in a variety of industries, especially in construction, infrastructure development, manufacturing, and large-scale project management. They may work for construction companies, engineering firms, government agencies, or any organization involved in project planning and execution.
Common planning engineer responsibilities
Develop comprehensive project plans and schedules, considering project requirements, objectives, and available resources;
Collaborate with project managers and other stakeholders to set realistic milestones and deadlines for project completion;
Continuously monitor project progress, identify potential delays, and implement corrective measures to keep the project on track;
Conduct risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions;
Utilize project management tools and software to create Gantt charts, critical path analysis, and resource utilization charts;
Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure timely and efficient project execution;
Optimize resource allocation and manpower utilization to maximize project efficiency;
Provide regular project updates to stakeholders, keeping them informed of project status and any changes to the plan;
Comply with safety regulations and quality standards throughout the project;
Maintain detailed project documentation, including plans, schedules, and progress reports.
Qualifications for planning engineers
To become a planning engineer, candidates should possess at least a Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field. Additional certifications in project management or relevant software proficiency can be advantageous.
Other essential qualifications include:
- 2-4+ years of experience in project planning and scheduling;
- Proficiency in project management tools and software;
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities;
- Extensive experience with project management methodologies;
- Detail-oriented and highly organized;
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams;
- Dedicated to completing projects on time and within the budget.
