Senior PPC Engineer

Job Summary

The Senior PPC Engineer is responsible for end-to-end production planning, scheduling, and control of manufacturing activities for oil & gas components. This role ensures optimal utilization of resources, on-time delivery, inventory optimization, and compliance with quality and industry standards such as API, ASME, and ISO.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain detailed production plans and schedules based on customer orders, forecasts, and capacity.
• Coordinate with sales, design, procurement, and production teams to ensure feasibility of delivery commitments.
• Plan machining, fabrication, heat treatment, coating, and assembly operations for oil & gas components.
• Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly production performance against plan.

Production Control & Monitoring

• Track work-in-progress (WIP), identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to production schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Analyze production variances and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage change requests and rescheduling due to design changes, material delays, or priority shifts.

Inventory & Material Management

• Optimize raw material, WIP, and finished goods inventory levels.
• Coordinate with procurement for timely availability of critical materials (forged bars, castings, alloys, etc.).
• Monitor material consumption and minimize shortages and excess stock.

ERP & Data Management

• Lead PPC activities using ERP systems (SAP).
• Maintain accurate BOMs, routings, lead times, and master data.
• Generate MIS reports related to production efficiency, OTD, capacity utilization, and inventory.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure production plans comply with oil & gas industry standards (API, ASME, NACE, ISO).
• Support internal and external audits related to production planning and control.

Leadership & Coordination

• Guide and mentor junior PPC engineers and planners.
• Act as a key interface between manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and project teams.
• Participate in S&OP meetings and strategic planning discussions.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong expertise in production planning, scheduling, and control
• In-depth knowledge of oil & gas manufacturing processes
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and MS Excel/Power BI
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent coordination and communication abilities
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Production Engineering
• 6–10 years of experience in PPC within oil & gas or heavy engineering manufacturing
• Experience with API-certified manufacturing facilities preferred

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time delivery (OTD)
• Schedule adherence
• Inventory turnover
• Capacity utilization
• Reduction in production delays and rework