Unlock Your Potential as a Technical Finance Engineer Are you ready to take your career to new heights with an exciting opportunity in the heart of automotive innovation? This esteemed company, a beacon of excellence in vehicle design and development, is seeking a passionate and driven Technical Finance Engineer to join their dynamic team. The role offers a rate of £18.01/hr PAYE (Inside IR35). With a focus on fostering career development, offering exposure to innovative projects and a genuinely inspiring work environment, this role is your gateway to making a significant impact in the automotive industry. What You Will Do: Perform detailed quote analysis, covering both Piece Cost & Vendor Tooling, with a keen eye on commercial factors such as overheads, plant layout, and global economics. Manage Tier 1 supplier relationships through regular meetings, ensuring transparent and optimised quotations. Deliver fast-paced reporting to Senior Management, including gap analysis and budget comparisons. Support the wider team by providing 'Engineering estimates' for component piece cost and vendor tooling. Maintain and enhance cost databases, alongside involvement in the Sourcing phase, including RFQ creation. Generate innovative cost reduction ideas and contribute to cross-functional business activities. What You Will Bring: A solid design/engineering qualification with a deep understanding of global Automotive supply chains and the cost driving factors within. Expertise in Interior commodities and technologies, alongside experience managing costs with a Tier 1 supplier. Strong CAD interrogation skills, complemented by excellent time management and an eye for detail. An organised, methodical, and data-driven mindset, with a proactive approach to supplier management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel & PowerPoint, and a team player attitude. Company Contribution & Industry Information: This role is situated within a premier automotive design and development hub, renowned for its contribution to vehicle manufacturing across Europe. The Technical Finance Engineer will play a pivotal role in ensuring the company's commodity budgets are realistic and aligned with industry standards, driving cost efficiencies, and fostering innovation. This position is not just a job; it's an opportunity to be at the forefront of automotive excellence and to contribute significantly to the company's ongoing success and leadership in the market. Location: Cranfield, with a minimum of 3 days per week on site. Ready to Drive Your Career Forward? If you are motivated by challenge and the opportunity to contribute to the automotive industry's future, we want to hear from you. This Technical Finance Engineer role is your chance to join a team of forward-thinkers in a stimulating and rewarding environment. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your career. To apply, please send your CV to (url removed) Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included