Engineering (Materials) Planner I II
Eden Prairie, MN - USA
Job Summary
ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY
Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered precision power conversion measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment industrial manufacturing telecommunications data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver Colorado.
WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY
Some people say its like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile growing small company you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time were a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position deep trust and partnership with leading customers a global best-in-class operations capability and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing working building and winning together. At our core we are Advanced Energy powering the future together.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Engineering Planners manage New Product Introduction (NPI) scheduling and release processes required to successfully design build and transfer new products from Advanced Energys global design centers into manufacturing. This role partners closely with development teams to ensure all NPI deliverables are met and serves as a key liaison between R&D Manufacturing Supply Chain Marketing and Quality to coordinate product schedules.
This position may be filled at either the Engineering Planner I or Engineering Planner II level. Level will be determined based on the candidates experience skills and demonstrated ability to operate independently and manage planning activities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate production plans for new products ensuring material availability to meet project timelines
- Manage on-time delivery performance against committed ship dates
- Identify and resolve capacity constraints material shortages and schedule risks
- Approve unit quantities schedules and parts lists for material control to ensure timely procurement and production readiness
- Manage and implement Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) for NPI programs
- Partner with engineering to create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) in SAP
- Coordinate the release of parts modules and units into production
- Create and manage work orders purchase requests and internal transfer orders
Additional for Engineering Planner II:
- Independently manage complex NPI programs and competing priorities
- Proactively identify risks and drive resolution across cross-functional teams
- Provide guidance or informal leadership on planning and material management activities
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Location: Eden Prairie MN
- Environment: Onsite office environment
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong understanding of planning scheduling and materials management processes
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred) and standard business tools (Excel databases etc.)
- Ability to analyze problems identify root causes and implement solutions
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and business teams
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Additional for Engineering Planner II:
- Strong ability to lead planning activities and influence cross-functional stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to operate with greater autonomy and drive outcomes
EXPERIENCE:
Engineering Planner I:
- Typically 13 years of experience in purchasing planning scheduling or a related field
- Foundational knowledge of manufacturing planning and MRP/ERP systems
Engineering Planner II:
- Typically 35 years of relevant experience in planning scheduling or supply chain
- Proven track record of increasing responsibility and success in a fast-paced environment
EDUCATION:
- Bachelors degree in Operations Management Supply Chain Engineering Finance or a related field required
- APICS CPM or similar certification preferred
LEVELING GUIDANCE (FOR POSTING)
This role is open to candidates at the Engineering Planner I and Engineering Planner II levels. Final level and compensation will be determined based on experience technical knowledge and demonstrated ability to independently manage planning activities and cross-functional coordination.
COMPENSATION:
As required by multiple state pay transparency laws Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including but not limited to skill set level of experience and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $50000 to $80000 per year.
BENEFITS:
As part of our total rewards philosophy we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented highly engaged compensation programs are focused on equitable fair pay practices including market-based base pay an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
In addition to our competitive compensation practices we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we the U.S. we offer a rich benefits package that includes:
- Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation 7 days of paid sick time and 12 paid holidays
- 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
- 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads
- Company matched 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs
- Other voluntary benefits include critical illness accident and hospital indemnity pet insurance identify theft and legal assistance
Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities Females ProtectedVeteransand Individuals with Disabilities.
Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application please reach out to
Required Experience:
IC