Planner Jobs in New Jersey
Planner jobs in New Jersey are concentrated in transportation and infrastructure, land use and zoning, supply chain and logistics, and urban redevelopment, with demand at every level from entry-level associates to senior project leads. Most hiring clusters around Newark, Trenton, and Jersey City, where large employers such as NJ Transit, Johnson & Johnson, and Merck maintain long-standing planning functions. The most in-demand specialties right now are transportation planning, supply chain planning, and municipal and regional land use planning. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This is WITRON
Founded in 1971, WITRON has become an international leader in automated storage logistics with more than 7,000 colleagues worldwide tending to the planning, realization, and maintenance of our highly automated systems. Our teams – far more than just mechanics, electrical technicians, or mechatronic engineers – act as professionals who are perfectly equipped with full power for finding the best solution to the specific needs of each of our customers.
Our growing division now has close to 1000 employees. Our corporate culture, which is characterized by passion, cooperation, and the drive to move things forward, has allowed us to offer close to 350 internal promotions to our employees in recent years.
APPLY and JOIN our dynamic team in a fascinating high-tech environment facing new and exciting challenges daily.
Job Title: Maintenance Planner
We offer you:
- (3) Bonus opportunities
- Health insurance, AD&D
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Dental insurance
- Full vision insurance coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Leave of absence support program
- Accident insurance
- Critical illness insurance
- Hospital indemnity insurance
- Legal insurance
- Discounted gym memberships
- Discounts on services/products
- Blue365 health & wellness discounts
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Telehealth services
Your role in our team:
As a Maintenance Planner at WITRON, you will be the driving force behind efficient maintenance operations by ensuring all activities are strategically planned and executed. Your role is critical in balancing production priorities with maintenance needs, coordinating resources, and keeping our systems running reliably. Through effective scheduling and collaboration, you will help minimize downtime, optimize equipment performance, and support a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Ideal candidate profile:
You are highly organized and detail-oriented, with a talent for planning and coordinating complex maintenance activities in a dynamic environment. You thrive on balancing priorities, communicating clearly with cross-functional teams, and using data to make informed decisions. Your strong technical foundation in electrical and mechanical systems, combined with proficiency in CMMS and MS Office, enables you to create efficient schedules and optimize equipment reliability. You are proactive, solution-focused, and committed to safety and continuous improvement. You’re also flexible and willing to travel occasionally (up to 5%) for training or support.
Qualifications:
- Post-secondary technical training (trade school or equivalent) in electrical or mechanical disciplines, with preference for electromechanical.
Skills/Experience Required:
- In-depth knowledge of maintenance processes, equipment specifications, and preventative maintenance strategies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess situations and develop proactive solutions
- Proficiency in computer applications, including MS Office and maintenance planning systems (CMMS)
- Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, electrical symbols, and measurement techniques
- Understanding of electrical/mechanical drive technology (motors, gears) and control systems (controls, inverters)
- Solid foundation in mechanical maintenance principles and repair planning
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage maintenance schedules for all plant equipment and activities to ensure optimal uptime and reliability
- Plan, prioritize, and coordinate maintenance work with production teams to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency
- Coordinate maintenance schedules and planning with onsite team and centralized support teams
- Create and maintain accurate work orders, including shift schedules, part assignments, and documentation of completed tasks
- Prepare and organize technical information for maintenance tasks, such as drawings, procedures, and specifications
- Monitor team performance, track key metrics, and provide regular reports to management
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify training needs and schedule development programs for the maintenance team
- Provide leadership and support to the maintenance team through coaching, feedback, and recognition
- Assist in developing reliability strategies focused on reducing downtime and improving equipment performance
- Work closely with the Spare Parts Coordinator to ensure availability of required parts and tools; provide backup support when necessary
- Estimate labor and material costs for planned maintenance activities
- Maintain compliance with all safety regulations and actively promote a safe work environment
- Participate in health and safety programs and ensure housekeeping standards are met
- Availability to travel up to 5% as required for training, or support
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Our benefits at Pilesgrove
Your advantages at a glance. Discover the win-win
Your secure feeling is of great importance to us. Find out about our added values and special benefits.
Team Spirit
We are there for one another and as a company we strive to always become better. You can look forward to being part of a great team environment.
WITRON Bonus
Employees will have the opportunity to participate in our WITRON bonus program once eligible.
Social Benefits
WITRON has a tradition of observing “Special Days” in our employees lives and will provide added benefits or
bonuses to help celebrate certain milestones.
Top Equipment
We will provide you with brand name work apparel and professional tools to make sure all of our employees have the right equipment to do the job.
Corporate Culture
Collaboration, an open-door policy, various company events and team building measures are a part of WITRON. A company with modern values and positive culture is waiting for you.
Support & Opportunity
Performance is worth the effort. Your potential will be both recognized and supported. Career opportunities are available for all of our employees, come grow with WITRON.
This is WITRON
Founded in 1971, WITRON has become an international leader in automated storage logistics with more than 7,000 colleagues worldwide tending to the planning, realization, and maintenance of our highly automated systems. Our teams – far more than just mechanics, electrical technicians, or mechatronic engineers – act as professionals who are perfectly equipped with full power for finding the best solution to the specific needs of each of our customers.
Our growing division now has close to 1000 employees. Our corporate culture, which is characterized by passion, cooperation, and the drive to move things forward, has allowed us to offer close to 350 internal promotions to our employees in recent years.
APPLY and JOIN our dynamic team in a fascinating high-tech environment facing new and exciting challenges daily.
Job Title: Maintenance Planner
We offer you:
- (3) Bonus opportunities
- Health insurance, AD&D
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Dental insurance
- Full vision insurance coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Leave of absence support program
- Accident insurance
- Critical illness insurance
- Hospital indemnity insurance
- Legal insurance
- Discounted gym memberships
- Discounts on services/products
- Blue365 health & wellness discounts
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Telehealth services
Your role in our team:
As a Maintenance Planner at WITRON, you will be the driving force behind efficient maintenance operations by ensuring all activities are strategically planned and executed. Your role is critical in balancing production priorities with maintenance needs, coordinating resources, and keeping our systems running reliably. Through effective scheduling and collaboration, you will help minimize downtime, optimize equipment performance, and support a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Ideal candidate profile:
You are highly organized and detail-oriented, with a talent for planning and coordinating complex maintenance activities in a dynamic environment. You thrive on balancing priorities, communicating clearly with cross-functional teams, and using data to make informed decisions. Your strong technical foundation in electrical and mechanical systems, combined with proficiency in CMMS and MS Office, enables you to create efficient schedules and optimize equipment reliability. You are proactive, solution-focused, and committed to safety and continuous improvement. You’re also flexible and willing to travel occasionally (up to 5%) for training or support.
Qualifications:
- Post-secondary technical training (trade school or equivalent) in electrical or mechanical disciplines, with preference for electromechanical.
Skills/Experience Required:
- In-depth knowledge of maintenance processes, equipment specifications, and preventative maintenance strategies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess situations and develop proactive solutions
- Proficiency in computer applications, including MS Office and maintenance planning systems (CMMS)
- Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, electrical symbols, and measurement techniques
- Understanding of electrical/mechanical drive technology (motors, gears) and control systems (controls, inverters)
- Solid foundation in mechanical maintenance principles and repair planning
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage maintenance schedules for all plant equipment and activities to ensure optimal uptime and reliability
- Plan, prioritize, and coordinate maintenance work with production teams to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency
- Coordinate maintenance schedules and planning with onsite team and centralized support teams
- Create and maintain accurate work orders, including shift schedules, part assignments, and documentation of completed tasks
- Prepare and organize technical information for maintenance tasks, such as drawings, procedures, and specifications
- Monitor team performance, track key metrics, and provide regular reports to management
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify training needs and schedule development programs for the maintenance team
- Provide leadership and support to the maintenance team through coaching, feedback, and recognition
- Assist in developing reliability strategies focused on reducing downtime and improving equipment performance
- Work closely with the Spare Parts Coordinator to ensure availability of required parts and tools; provide backup support when necessary
- Estimate labor and material costs for planned maintenance activities
- Maintain compliance with all safety regulations and actively promote a safe work environment
- Participate in health and safety programs and ensure housekeeping standards are met
- Availability to travel up to 5% as required for training, or support
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Our benefits at Pilesgrove
Your advantages at a glance. Discover the win-win
Your secure feeling is of great importance to us. Find out about our added values and special benefits.
Team Spirit
We are there for one another and as a company we strive to always become better. You can look forward to being part of a great team environment.
WITRON Bonus
Employees will have the opportunity to participate in our WITRON bonus program once eligible.
Social Benefits
WITRON has a tradition of observing “Special Days” in our employees lives and will provide added benefits or
bonuses to help celebrate certain milestones.
Top Equipment
We will provide you with brand name work apparel and professional tools to make sure all of our employees have the right equipment to do the job.
Corporate Culture
Collaboration, an open-door policy, various company events and team building measures are a part of WITRON. A company with modern values and positive culture is waiting for you.
Support & Opportunity
Performance is worth the effort. Your potential will be both recognized and supported. Career opportunities are available for all of our employees, come grow with WITRON.
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What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in planner jobs across New Jersey.
- Active membership in AICP or eligibility to sit for the AICP exam preferred
- Bachelor's or master's degree in urban planning, transportation, or a related field
- Proficiency in GIS software such as ArcGIS for spatial analysis and mapping
- Experience interpreting New Jersey zoning codes, master plans, or municipal ordinances
- Strong written communication skills for preparing reports, presentations, and public notices
- Familiarity with NEPA or New Jersey Environmental Policy Act review processes
Planner Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a planner in New Jersey?
New Jersey does not issue a state-issued planner license, but the American Institute of Certified Planners credential is the recognized professional standard and is frequently listed as preferred or required by New Jersey employers. Most candidates enter the field with a bachelor's or master's degree in urban planning, public policy, or a related discipline, then pursue AICP certification after gaining qualifying work experience through municipal planning offices, county agencies, or private consulting firms.
Which companies hire planners in New Jersey?
Employers hiring planners in New Jersey right now include Lockheed Martin, Middlesex County, and Burlington Stores, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New Jersey's mix of dense urban municipalities, active port and logistics infrastructure, and large corporate headquarters creates steady demand across public agencies, transportation authorities, and private sector employers.
Which New Jersey cities have the most planner jobs?
The cities with the most planner openings in New Jersey are Burlington, Piscataway, and Parsippany-Troy Hills. The distribution reflects Newark's role as the state's largest city and transportation hub, Trenton's concentration of state government and municipal agencies, and Jersey City's rapid redevelopment and proximity to New York creating sustained demand for land use and infrastructure planners.
Are there remote planner jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields, because planning work regularly involves site visits, public hearings, and coordination with local government offices. About 43% of planner openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and the roles most likely to offer flexibility are those focused on long-range policy analysis, regional data work, or supply chain planning rather than day-to-day municipal project management.
How can I get hired as a planner in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an internship or junior planner role with a New Jersey county planning board or a municipality's planning and zoning office, where many local governments recruit recent graduates directly. NJ Transit and the New Jersey Department of Transportation run associate and junior planner openings for early-career candidates, and private consulting firms across the state regularly bring on planning assistants. A GIS certificate and any hands-on project through a graduate program or community planning studio strengthens a candidate's application significantly.
Where can I find and apply to planner jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to planner jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and the type of planning work you want to do, and apply directly.
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