Planning Engineer(SD/TA)

A Planning Engineer (Shutdown/Turnaround)—often abbreviated as Planning Engineer (SD/TA)—is a key role in industrial settings like oil & gas, petrochemicals, power plants, and manufacturing. This role focuses on planning and coordinating shutdowns (SD) and turnarounds (TA), which are periods when a plant or facility is taken offline for maintenance, inspections, upgrades, or repairs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shutdown/Turnaround Planning:
  • Develop detailed turnaround and shutdown plans including timelines, work packages, and resource requirements.
  • Prepare and manage Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and network diagrams (CPM/PERT).
  • Coordinate the collection and analysis of scope, resource, and risk data.
• Scheduling & Monitoring:
  • Use project planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) to create baseline schedules.
  • Track progress against schedules; update forecasts and report delays or deviations.
  • Ensure proper sequencing of activities to optimize plant downtime and reduce costs.
• Coordination:
  • Liaise with operations, maintenance, procurement, HSE, and contractors to align shutdown activities.
  • Conduct daily/weekly planning meetings during the shutdown phase.
• Resource & Cost Control:
  • Monitor resource allocation (manpower, equipment, materials).
  • Collaborate with cost control engineers to ensure alignment with budget.
• Risk Management & Compliance:
  • Identify potential risks and develop contingency plans.
  • Ensure that all planned work complies with safety, environmental, and operational standards.
• Post-Shutdown Analysis:
  • Contribute to post-mortem reviews and lessons learned documentation.
  • Analyze performance vs. plan and suggest improvements.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Industrial / Electrical / Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in planning and executing shutdowns/turnarounds in process industries.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficient in Primavera P6, MS Project, Excel, SAP (Plant Maintenance module), or similar tools.
  • Familiarity with maintenance procedures and industry safety standards.
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong communication and coordination skills.
  • High attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
  • Ability to work under pressure and handle complex logistics.

Preferred Certifications (Optional):

• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP)
• Primavera P6 Certification
• OSHA/HSE Certifications