Costing Engineer (Automotive)

Commercial Cost Estimator (Automotive) Salary: Up to 70,000 + Benefits Location: Remote (UK) Travel: Occasional customer/site visits (a handful of times per year) I''m currently supporting a leading automotive manufacturer in the search for an experienced Commercial Cost Estimator to join their growing commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who combines strong engineering knowledge with commercial awareness and enjoys turning complex manufacturing requirements into accurate, competitive customer quotations. Working remotely, you''ll lead the costing process for customer RFQs from initial enquiry through to final submission, collaborating with Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Finance and Commercial teams to produce robust, commercially viable cost models. The Role Own the end-to-end RFQ costing process from receipt through to approval. Interpret customer drawings, CAD models and technical specifications. Develop detailed manufacturing cost models covering materials, labour, tooling, logistics and overheads. Coordinate technical input from Engineering, Tooling, NPI, Purchasing, MPandL and Quality. Validate manufacturing routes, tooling concepts and cycle times. Work with suppliers to obtain and evaluate quotations. Present profitability, cost breakdowns and commercial assumptions to internal stakeholders. Maintain accurate costing records and RFQ documentation. Support continuous improvement of costing methodologies and databases. What We''re ..... full job details .....