An exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join a growing business. We are looking for Cost engineer/Estimating Engineer with experience within precision engineering.

* Prepare accurate cost estimates for customers

* Prepare quotes, compile bids and assist in agreeing contracts

* Create routings and BOMs in ERP for quoted products

* Interpret customer requirements including technical drawings to develop subcontracting requirements and internal manufacturing routings and develop transparent cost structure liaising with procurement, engineering and manufacturing teams

* Collaborate on developing the most cost effective manufacturing methods

* Assists with evaluating cost structure for existing customers

* Provide cost estimates during change process

* Assist with tracking actual costs vs. quoted costs and provide information for pricing change/manufacturing improvements

* Assist in identifying, investigating cost reduction opportunities in manufacturing process through cost analysis review

* Prepare cost analysis, reports, and other necessary documentation as required

* Analyse supplier quotes and liaise with procurement targeting cost optimisation

* Comply with company health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of self, staff, and visitors

* Work and act in accordance with company policy and procedures

Key Skill

* Mechanical engineering technical skills

* Planning and organisation skills

* Creating routings and BOMs

* Communication and interpersonal skills

* Commercial awareness and financial analytics

* Advanced Microsoft Excel

* Ability to work and proactively contribute as a part of cross-functional teams

* Assertive, resilient and welcomes change

* Engages interest and participation of others and has a collaborative approach to working with others

* Actively committed to development, self-aware and optimistic

* Knowledge and experience with AS9100 preferred

* Knowledge of estimating software package preferred