Cost Estimation Engineer
Randstad USA, Worcester, MA, United States
Overview
Our client is seeking a Cost Engineer to lead cost estimation for new product quotes and maintain standard costs for existing lines. This role requires 5-7 years of experience analyzing materials, labor, and tooling within a manufacturing environment. You will collaborate with engineering and sales to optimize production efficiency and drive strategic financial decisions.
Job Details
Location: Worcester, Massachusetts
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: $105,000 - 110,000 per year
Work Hours: 8am to 4pm
Education: Bachelor's degree
Responsibilities
Utilize cost methodologies and tools to prepare and maintain reliable and accurate cost data.
Identify and quantify potential cost uncertainties to ensure costing models capture the full range of risks.
Establish cost estimates for production processes and tooling; review alternatives and recommend improvements.
Track actual costs against estimates and report regularly to ensure alignment with forecasts.
Investigate and identify cost reduction opportunities through detailed cost analysis.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, mechanical, industrial engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
5-7 years of related experience in cost engineering, estimating, or manufacturing operations.
Knowledge of metal stamping, heat treating, plating, welding, mechanical assembly, and CNC machining preferred.
Skills
Cost estimation
Cost monitoringCost analysis
Blueprints
Lean
Manufacturing
Production efficiency
Process improvement
Benefits
Medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings.
Short-term disability.
401(k) plan (subject to eligibility).
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
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Our client is seeking a Cost Engineer to lead cost estimation for new product quotes and maintain standard costs for existing lines. This role requires 5-7 years of experience analyzing materials, labor, and tooling within a manufacturing environment. You will collaborate with engineering and sales to optimize production efficiency and drive strategic financial decisions.
Job Details
Location: Worcester, Massachusetts
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: $105,000 - 110,000 per year
Work Hours: 8am to 4pm
Education: Bachelor's degree
Responsibilities
Utilize cost methodologies and tools to prepare and maintain reliable and accurate cost data.
Identify and quantify potential cost uncertainties to ensure costing models capture the full range of risks.
Establish cost estimates for production processes and tooling; review alternatives and recommend improvements.
Track actual costs against estimates and report regularly to ensure alignment with forecasts.
Investigate and identify cost reduction opportunities through detailed cost analysis.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, mechanical, industrial engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
5-7 years of related experience in cost engineering, estimating, or manufacturing operations.
Knowledge of metal stamping, heat treating, plating, welding, mechanical assembly, and CNC machining preferred.
Skills
Cost estimation
Cost monitoringCost analysis
Blueprints
Lean
Manufacturing
Production efficiency
Process improvement
Benefits
Medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings.
Short-term disability.
401(k) plan (subject to eligibility).
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
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