Automotive Cost Engineer: Cost Optimization & Analytics

NAFFCO; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Dubai is seeking a Cost Engineer to manage and optimize product and project costs through the entire manufacturing lifecycle. You will analyze manufacturing costs, develop costing models, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate costing and drive cost-reduction initiatives. Candidates should have a degree in engineering or finance and experience with cost modeling, Excel, and ERP systems. This role offers the chance to significantly impact cost efficiency and profitability.

Qualifications

• Experience with cost modelling and financial reporting processes.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and value engineering.
• Proven experience in advanced analysis using Excel.

Responsibilities

• Monitor manufacturing costs including materials, labor, and overhead.
• Develop and maintain standard costing systems for production processes.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for products and projects.
• Conduct periodic inventory valuations and participate in stock audits.

Skills

Cost analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Supplier cost management

Budgeting and forecasting

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Economics or related field

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

BI tools

Job description

A leading manufacturing company in Dubai is seeking a Cost Engineer to manage and optimize product and project costs through the entire manufacturing lifecycle. You will analyze manufacturing costs, develop costing models, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate costing and drive cost-reduction initiatives. Candidates should have a degree in engineering or finance and experience with cost modeling, Excel, and ERP systems. This role offers the chance to significantly impact cost efficiency and profitability.