Costings Engineer

Role: Costings Engineer

Reporting Structure: Directly report to the Commercial Manager.

Working Hours: Standard working hours of 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Location: Based in Glasgow.

Exciting Opportunity: Technical Costing Engineer on behalf of our client based in Glasgow.

Presented by Talent Media on behalf of our client.

Why This Role Matters:

This role is at the heart of our client's expansion plans! Working closely with our Engineering and Operations teams, you'll be estimating costs and timelines for making things at our Glasgow location. As we grow, your role will be pivotal in shaping our business.

What You ll Do:

• Assess Manufacturing Methods: Use your technical expertise to estimate timelines and costs for production methods.
• Customer Focus: Understand our customers' needs and figure out the best way to make things for them.
• Check Our Abilities: Assess if we have what it takes to meet customer demands.
• Decide What to Do: Collaborate with our Supply Chain team to decide if we should make things ourselves or buy them.
• Collaboration and Risk Assessment: Work closely with our Engineering & Operations teams to handle complex projects.
• Effective Communication: Communicate with our customers to deeply understand their needs and translate that into our bids.
• Bid Preparation: Gather all the necessary information and submit bids accurately and on time.
• Ensure Contractual Requirements: Understand and meet all the necessary rules and regulations.
• Key Role in Contract Review: Be a crucial part of the review process for contracts won.
• Review and Improve: Analyse past plans and find ways to make our bids better next time.

Skills & Attributes:

• Technical: Turn technical drawings into practical plans and cost estimates.
• Design Software Skills: Utilize software tools like Solid Works to determine the best production methods.
• Machinery Know-how: Deep understanding of precision machinery and wet processing.
• Commercial Acumen: Understand financial and business aspects.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Identify and solve issues proactively.
• Great Communication: Effectively convey information to different stakeholders.

Additional Perks:

• Scope for Progression: Plenty of growth opportunities within the commercial team for career advancement.
• Includes a multitude of company benefits: including Company pension etc

Ready to play a pivotal role in our client's journey and elevate your career in a growing commercial landscape? Apply now and be a part of our success story!