Planning Engineer

Description

Job Summary: Finning is seeking a Planning Engineer for El Abra, responsible for optimizing the planning and administration of equipment components to ensure operational continuity at mining sites. Key Highlights: 1. Resource optimization and operational continuity in mining 2. Demand management and component inventory analysis 3. Innovation and continuous improvement in planning If you've always loved Caterpillar equipment and are fascinated by machines and engines, we invite you to think big! Finning, a strategic partner of CATERPILLAR and a leader in equipment and service distribution, is looking for top talent to fill the Planning Engineer role for El Abra. Job Description Summary You will be responsible for ensuring efficient planning and administration of equipment components, optimizing resources and guaranteeing operational continuity at mining sites. Your role will be critical in coordinating and optimizing the use of essential equipment across various mining operations, ensuring appropriate and planned integration between component demand and supply. Key responsibilities include: * Planning and consolidating major component requirements for both traditional and expanded product lines. * Managing full component demand. * Inventory analysis and management. * Project evaluation. * Innovation, optimization, and continuous improvement. Required Qualifications: Civil, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering degree (or related field). Mandatory. Minimum 3 years of experience. Mandatory. Knowledge and experience with CAT equipment for 3 years. Preferred. Data visualization tools (Power BI preferred). Advanced English proficiency, both oral and written (preferred). Advanced proficiency in computer tools within the Windows environment: Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Understanding of risk prevention and environmental care variables. SAP and AMT knowledge. If you are currently employed by the company, please also note the internal application requirements for this role: * Minimum 1 year of tenure in your current position. * Performance evaluation rating of “Meets Expectations” or higher (minimum score of 3). * Minimum application level: 3A / Technician B. * Must meet the stated education and experience requirements. If you meet these qualifications, we encourage you to put your talent into action and apply with us! At Finning and its subsidiary companies, we are committed to diversity, striving to build and maintain a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Finning and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, race, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital or family status, and/or mental or physical disability.