Procurement Engineer

Overview

Job Title: Cost Value Engineer / Procurment EngineerLocation: Oxford (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract, Hybrid After Initial Onsite Period)Pay Rate: £26 - £40 per hour (DOE) (37 hours per week, Monday to Friday)A global engineering organisation is seeking a technically skilled Cost Value Engineer to support procurement and engineering teams through all phases of the product lifecycle. The company delivers high-performance technology solutions with a focus on cost, quality, and manufacturability.Role Overview

You''ll provide technical cost analysis and value engineering support across procurement, suppliers, and RandD. Key responsibilities include leading cost optimisation projects, supporting design phases with cost estimation, and advising on manufacturing cost drivers. The role involves approximately 20% travel and requires full onsite presence for the first weeks, moving to hybrid working thereafter.Responsibilities

Provide technical cost analysis and value engineering support across procurement, suppliers, and RandD.Lead cost optimisation projects.Support design phases with cost estimation.Advise on manufacturing cost drivers.Travel approximately 20% of the time; on-site presence required for the initial weeks, then hybrid work.Key Requirements

Degree or equivalent in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (HNC or BEng).Strong understanding of manufacturing techniques and associated cost drivers.Experience in engineering or procurement, with supplier engagement background.Skilled in cost analysis, value engineering, and target costing.Knowledge of mechanical and electro-mechanical components and assemblies.Ideal Candidate

Confident communicator able to bridge engineering, procurement, and supplier discussions.Analytical and detail-oriented with a focus on cost, quality, and design for manufacture.Able to challenge assumptions and influence stakeholders to drive ..... full job details .....