Planning Engineer

CompanyRullion

LocationKent, England, United Kingdom

Posted At11/28/2025

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Occupation Type

Quality control and planning engineers

Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled

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£41,700 (£21.38 per hour)

Standard minimum applies

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Description

Planning Engineer

Location: One of VPI’s UK sites (Damhead Creek, Immingham, Rye House, Shoreham)

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £67,000 – £71,000 per annum

Benefits: Pension, Private Medical, Incentive Plan, 25 Holidays

About VPI

VPI is a leading power company operating in the UK, Ireland, and Germany. We tackle the big, systemic challenges in the energy transition.

Our portfolio includes reliable thermal power, battery storage, and carbon capture projects, delivering decarbonised, dispatchable, and flexible power generation to meet the needs of millions of homes and businesses.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Planning Engineer to join our expanding Portfolio Engineering Team. You will play a key role in planning and delivering large-scale projects across multiple sites, acting as the main interface between site teams, portfolio support functions, and key contract partners.

Key Responsibilities

Lead planning and execution of a wide range of projects, ensuring all KPIs (safety, programme, financial, QA) are achieved.
Ensure adherence to VPI Portfolio Outage Best Practice Document and milestone targets.
Liaise with site outage managers and support functions (H&S, Environmental, Engineering, Finance & Performance).
Report on project KPIs using standardised formats for stakeholders.
Work closely with contract partners to integrate project programmes into overall schedules.
Apply planning requirements to ad hoc and emergent projects to ensure safe and efficient delivery.
Travel frequently across sites.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Experience with large rotating plant and/or HRSG pressure systems in industrial processes (Power Generation desirable).
Expert knowledge of project execution from planning to handover and contract completion.
Minimum HNC qualification; degree in an engineering discipline preferred.
Strong understanding of health & safety, CDM, and environmental legislation.
Proficient in budget forecasting, financial reporting, and contract management.
Familiarity with quality systems essential for large-scale projects.
Solid understanding of work planning tools and control processes.
Good working knowledge of Generation Safety Rules and business IT systems (MS Office, Maximo, SAI 360, MS Project or Primavera).

The Person

Excellent communication skills for all levels and external partners.
Self-motivated with strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
Collaborative team player with ability to manage multiple projects.
Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.
Committed to promoting safety, environmental responsibility, and business ethics.
Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel frequently across sites.

Why Join VPI?

Be part of a team driving the energy transition while delivering reliable power today.
Structured development pathways and opportunities to grow.
Competitive salary, pension scheme, private medical insurance, long-term incentive plan, and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.