Planning Engineer

Planning Engineer

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Planning Engineer in our Dynamics Team to support laboratory testing operations in a fast-paced environment. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supporting testing activities through the review of Statements of Work (SOWs), cut-up plans, and test requirements, while ensuring accurate execution and certification of test data. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, technically strong, and respected by peers, with a strong desire to learn and excel in the face of complex technical challenges. Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000/year (Depending on Experience)

Responsibilities

Review and certify test data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with requirements

Review Statements of Work (SOWs) and cut-up plans to plan, create, and schedule testing jobs

Determine and implement appropriate testing methods and protocols in coordination with laboratory staff

Communicate with customers to ensure specimens are tested at the correct conditions and per agreed requirements

Support on-time delivery of laboratory testing services and customer commitments

Manage job priorities and workload in accordance with targets and goals set by the supervisor

Work under the guidance of senior and advanced engineers on well-defined technical issues, including standard and routine tests

Lead and assign work to others when required to meet project and delivery needs

Provide technical input that impacts day-to-day laboratory planning decisions and customer support

Skills / Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in a science, engineering, or testing-related field

Minimum of 1 year of relevant post-degree engineering, laboratory, or planning experience, or advanced academic/professional qualifications

Strong ability to interpret complex technical instructions and resolve planning or execution issues

Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry (preferred)

Strong analytical and technical knowledge with demonstrated impact on laboratory planning and execution capabilities

Demonstrated ability to apply a range of testing techniques in a rational and practical manner

Well-developed oral and written communication skills for customer and internal coordination

Strong interpersonal skills that support respectful, effective communication across all levels

Ability to interface professionally with clients, vendors, and visitors

Ability to remain calm and organized when managing deadlines and multiple priorities

Self-starter who takes initiative and typically works without the need for significant supervision

Recognized by colleagues as possessing strong technical and planning expertise

Work Environment

Fast-paced laboratory environment with multiple concurrent testing projects

Primarily office- and lab-based planning role with regular interaction with engineering, laboratory, and customer-facing teams

Work on well-defined, standard, and routine testing activities with increasing responsibility over time

Occasional representation of the company with customers or at project-related meetings, requiring flexibility, professionalism, and maturity

Company Overview

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to 'Make tomorrow safer than today'. When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access. While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development. Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

Diversity Statement

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming 'the world's most trusted testing partner'. All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) "If you need an accommodation filling out an application, or applying to a job, please email Recruitment@element.com "

Job Locations

US-CA-Huntington Beach

ID 2025-17984