Cost Engineer, Whetstone £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (Depending on Experience) Reporting to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager Job Description Determine technical compliance and provide cost estimates for the project, product & service. Researching prices of the various components, acquiring relevant quotes from vendors & contractors in addition to calculating Internal processing costs. Supporting the Commercial & Engineering teams with proposals, understanding the customers specifications and calculating the final budget for the project, product or service. Responsibilities Obtain & understand customers' requirements, removing all ambiguity via written or verbal communications. Read/analyse and understand customer technical drawings and specification documents. Lead complex quote processes with Commercial & Engineering teams, along with Purchasing & Suppliers. Build and present technical and cost proposals to the Commercial team (and customers where necessary) – in a clear & concise manner. Upon order receipt, communicate the planned route to the Engineering & Manufacturing departments to allow for smooth transition for order execution. Keep informed of Supplier capabilities, pricing & performance Complete and deliver accurate estimates in a timely and effective manner Provide Engineering support to the Commercial team, able to complete simple cost and technical estimates Ability to identify competitors strengths & weaknesses Attending Trade Shows Comply with Health & Safety Ability to understand Key Customers products and services. Ability to respond to customers and co-workers in a timely and professional manner Skills required * Engineering degree in a STEM subject (preferred Photonics or Mechanical Engineering * Competent in Project Management * Ability to lead all cost and technical estimates * Proficient knowledge of fabrication and coating technical capabilities * Self-driven / ability to take on new responsibilities * Advanced MS Office, ERP/MRP * Preference given to those with CAD or Solidworks * Ability to have a vision and strategy to motivate others. Lead and motivate. * Able to travel internationally to visit customers and suppliers * Excellent spoken and written English