A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a motivated and detail-orientated individual to join a dynamic Manufacturing department as a Principal Cost Engineer, assisting with cost forecasting, analysis and supporting key business projects. This role performs the duties of cost analysis, business forecasting, and stakeholder engagement, and reports to the Senior Manufacturing Leadership Team. Key Responsibilities: • Build strong networks across manufacturing, design, and bid teams to gather and analyse robust cost data • Produce and maintain Business Cost Forecasting documents throughout the lifecycle of projects • Support manufacturing with production cost forecasting and whole life-cycle cost analysis • Lead meetings with stakeholders and challenge information to ensure accurate forecasting • Support continuous improvement initiatives within cost forecasting processes The successful candidate will have: • Education to HNC/HND standard or equivalent in Engineering or Manufacturing • Strong background within an engineering or manufacturing environment • Experience in cost engineering, estimating, or manufacturing forecasting • Good understanding of manufacturing processes and life cycle costing • Excellent analytical skills and the ability to challenge and influence stakeholders • Self-motivated with strong organisational skills and resilience This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes but is not inclusive of: • Bonus scheme (based on company performance) • Annual pay reviews and promotion reviews (based on personal performance) • Overtime paid at an enhanced rate • Flexi-Leave (of up to 15 days) • Pension scheme (total contribution of up to 14%) • Subsidised site facilities and restaurants • Free parking • Excellent career progression and training / career development opportunities. If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Keelan ASAP or apply via this advert! Please note that due to the nature of the client’s business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered. We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions