Akkodis · 12 hours ago
Engineering Build Planner
Santa Clara, CA
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$60/hr - $65/hr
10+ years expAkkodis is a leader in groundbreaking developments in Artificial Intelligence, High-Performance Computing and Visualization. They are seeking an Engineering Build Planner to coordinate all engineering build activities, ensuring successful planning, execution, and delivery of hardware/software builds in alignment with product development milestones.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Own the end-to-end planning and execution of engineering builds, including early prototypes, pre-production, and production-intent hardware and software
Align build schedules to Go-To-Market milestone plans; continuously review changes, assess impacts, and drive timely alignment across teams
Act as the central point of accountability to ensure every build is ready, released, executed, and delivered successfully
Lead Build Readiness and Build Execution meetings; define scope, assign ownership, and drive closure with urgency
Serve as the primary point of contact for CMs; actively manage execution and resolve issues across schedule, quality, cost and logistics
Identify risks early, develop mitigation and contingency plans, and drive rapid resolution to keep builds on track
Track key milestones, dependencies, and resource needs to ensure teams have what they need—when they need it
Communicate build status, risks, and delivery commitments clearly and consistently to internal stakeholders and leadership
Manage Prototype Build Requests and PCB orders from initiation through fulfillment, including SAP entry, order tracking, and accuracy validation
Partner closely with supply chain, material planners, and vendors to ensure material readiness, anticipate shortages, manage lead-time risks, and mitigate supplier constraints
Monitor shipments against schedule to ensure timely delivery
Maintain and continuously update build schedules, execution trackers, and dashboards to provide real-time visibility into build readiness and supply-demand alignment
Independently create and adjust build plans to meet aggressive project timelines
Establish and monitor critical execution metrics to drive predictability and accountability
Continuously identify opportunities to improve planning models, processes, and infrastructure to enable faster, more scalable execution
Qualification
Required
BS in Engineering (Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical, Systems, or related discipline), or equivalent practical experience
10–15 years of experience in engineering build planning, manufacturing, operations, or NPI execution
Strong combination of technical understanding, operational execution, and program leadership
Proven ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with shifting priorities and tight deadlines
Experience working directly with contract manufacturers, suppliers, and vendors
Deep understanding of NPI cycles, supply chain processes, and material planning systems
Solid experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP) and data-driven planning tools
Willingness and ability to travel as required (may exceed ~30% for certain projects)
Preferred
Demonstrated strong leadership, ownership, and accountability mindset—you lead from the front & drive results
Fast executor with a “speed of light” mentality: decisive, action-oriented, and comfortable driving progress with incomplete data
High energy, resilient under pressure, and able to maintain momentum through complexity
Assertive, confident, and effective at influencing across functions and organizational levels
Deep understanding of technology and passionate about what you do
Strong collaborator with ability to communicate at all levels and work across functions
Company
Akkodis
Akkodis provides digital engineering solutions for sustainable and innovative industries.
10001+ employees
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