Precision Cost Engineer: CNC Machining & DFM Expert

Vivo Talent; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Vivo Talent is seeking an experienced Cost Engineer for a precision engineering manufacturer in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire. You will develop accurate cost models for complex machined components, supporting quotations and manufacturing strategy.

Close collaboration with Engineering, Operations and Commercial teams is essential to balance cost and profitability. The role requires CNC milling/turning costing expertise, reading drawings and GD&T, and strong commercial awareness.

Qualifications

• Experience in Cost Engineering, Estimating, Manufacturing Engineering or Process Engineering.
• Strong understanding of CNC milling and turning operations.
• Experience costing complex machined components.
• Knowledge of aluminium, stainless steel, titanium and exotic alloys.
• Understanding of heat treatment and finishing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Commercial awareness and strong analytical skills.
• Experience in aerospace, defence, medical or precision engineering environments would be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Costing precision machined components from customer drawings and CAD models.
• Developing manufacturing routes and process plans.
• Estimating CNC milling and CNC turning cycle times.
• Costing raw materials, tooling, fixtures and subcontract processes.
• Supporting quotation and bid activities.
• Identifying opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Reviewing designs for manufacturability (DFM).
• Working closely with production and supply chain teams to validate costs and lead times.

Skills

Cost Engineering

Estimating

Manufacturing Engineering

Process Engineering

CNC Milling & Turning

Job description

Vivo Talent is seeking an experienced Cost Engineer for a precision engineering manufacturer in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire. You will develop accurate cost models for complex machined components, supporting quotations and manufacturing strategy.

Close collaboration with Engineering, Operations and Commercial teams is essential to balance cost and profitability. The role requires CNC milling/turning costing expertise, reading drawings and GD&T, and strong commercial awareness.