Cost Engineer

Cost Engineer Automotive Manufacturing (Contract) Location: Crewe (Hybrid: 2 3 days on-site per week) Hours: 35 hours per week Monday to Friday Core hours 9:30am 2:30pm (flexible start/finish) Rate: £26.32 £40.46 per hour (PAYE only) Contract Duration: Until 31st July 2026 (not expected to extend) Engagement Type: PAYE (covering a permanent member of staff) A leading name in the UK s luxury automotive sector is seeking a Cost Engineer to join its Purchasing team. This is a hybrid, long-term PAYE contract role offering flexibility, the chance to work within a globally recognised organisation, and the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge product development and cost optimisation initiatives. The Role As a Cost Engineer, you ll be a key part of the value chain evaluating, analysing, and influencing cost structures for current and future vehicle programmes at both system and component level. You''ll work cross-functionally with Purchasing, Engineering, and Programme teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and support sourcing and negotiation strategies. Key Responsibilities: Evaluate product, development, and investment costs for current and future projects Drive and support cost reduction initiatives across multiple product platforms Analyse supplier quotes and provide cost breakdowns to inform sourcing decisions Collaborate with module teams to identify cost risks and opportunities Support continuous improvement in costing tools and internal processes ..... full job details .....