The post holder will be responsible for implementing & managing world class planning processes in the Engineering team aligned to the NPI process.
Responsibilities
- Develop & implement agile planning processes to ensure effective utilisation of Engineering project hours
- Facilitate project planning sessions
- Manage multiple project plans, ensuring consistency across multiple sites, with planning methods aligned
- Create and maintain an engineering projects dashboard to track and report on project performance, providing a real-time, comprehensive, and prioritised view
- Support project teams with planning methodology, tools and process training
- Maintain project metrics to track performance in project delivery
- Assist and advise leaders, managers and teams to the best use of project management disciplines and approaches within a fast-paced environment
Reward
- Competitive salary
- Annual bonus (linked to company performance)
- 33 days annual leave (Increase after 5 years' service)
- 37.5 hours per week
- Flexi time working
- £5,000 employee referral bonus
- Health cash plan
- Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
- Holiday Purchase Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
- Electric Car Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Life Assurance Scheme at x4 gross salary
- Competitive enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
- IVF & Assisted Conception Policy
- Women in Business - Corporate Member
- Wellbeing Initiatives
- Employee Recognition scheme
- Service Awards
- Local charity / sponsorship activities
- Dedicated employee parking
- Discounted Gym membership
- Learning and development opportunities
- Career progression
Requirements
Essential
- Competent in MS office software with the ability to design and utilise complex Excel models and tools
- Experience in supporting several concurrent projects
- Experience in an engineering/design/project management environment
- Planning and prioritisation - ability to coordinate concurrent engineering project schedules, identify dependencies and align activities with NPI milestones and available resources.
- Analytical thinking and attention to detail - ability to interpret project data, maintain accurate plans and metrics, and identify variances affecting delivery
Desirable
- Project management experience
- A Degree in an engineering or scientific discipline
- Formal project management qualification
We reserve the right to enhance criteria on shortlisting.
Thompson Aero Seating is an Equal Opportunities employer.
The closing date for applications is the 15th November 2026 at 17:00.
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Engineering Planner in Banbridge employer: Thompson Aero Seating
Thompson Aero Seating is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, allowing Electrical Design Engineers to thrive in a dynamic environment. With flexible hours and a commitment to global impact, employees benefit from continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to work on cutting-edge aerospace projects that shape the future of seating design. The company's dedication to quality and teamwork ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully.
