Costing Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dubai is seeking a detail-oriented Costing Engineer with 4-5 years of experience. The role involves analyzing production costs, preparing estimates, conducting profitability analyses, and assisting in budget strategies. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Cost Accounting and possess strong analytical and software proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Cost Accounting required.
• Preferred postgraduate qualifications in Costing/Financial Management.
• 4-5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and budgets based on specifications.
• Analyze manufacturing processes for cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with departments to collect and analyze cost data.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Software proficiency

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Excel skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational ability

Multitasking ability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Postgraduate qualifications in Costing or Financial Management

Tools

Costing software (SAP, Oracle)

MS Excel

Job description

Job Title: Costing Engineer
Location: Dubai
Experience Required: 4 to 5 Years
Salary: Depends upon experience
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Costing Engineer to join our client s engineering or manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing production and operational costs preparing accurate cost estimations and assisting in budgeting and pricing strategies. This role plays a key part in decision-making processes related to cost control product pricing and profitability analysis.
Key Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and budgets based on product specifications labor materials and other relevant factors.
  

• Analyze manufacturing processes and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  

• Track and review actual costs against estimates and report variances.
  

• Collaborate with engineering procurement production and finance departments to collect and analyze data.
  

• Prepare detailed costing reports for internal use and client presentations.
  

• Assist in setting standard costs for products and update them as necessary.
  

• Conduct profitability analysis for different product lines and suggest pricing strategies.
  

• Support the finance department in audits compliance and reporting.
  

• Maintain documentation of costing records and ensure accuracy and traceability.
  

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical Industrial Production or related field) or Cost Accounting.
  

• Postgraduate qualifications in Costing or Financial Management (preferred but not mandatory).
  

Skills Required

• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
  

• Proficiency in costing software (such as SAP Oracle or other ERP systems).
  

• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and cost components.
  

• Advanced skills in MS Excel (pivot tables VLOOKUP etc.).
  

• Strong communication and presentation skills.
  

• Attention to detail and organizational ability.
  

• Ability to work under tight deadlines and multitask.