Cost Engineer

2 days ago

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Caterpillar Inc Full time US$ 90,000 - US$ 1,20,000 per year

Career Area:

Engineering

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don'tjust talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Role definition

The Cost Engineer is responsible for developing, analyzing, and controlling project costs to ensure projects are completed within budget and meet financial objectives. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed cost estimates for various projects by analyzing project specifications and requirements.
  • Develop and maintain project budgets and financial forecasts.
  • Monitor project expenditures, analyze cost variances, and report discrepancies to stakeholders.
  • Identify potential cost risks and opportunities, and recommend mitigation strategies or cost-saving solutions.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams, procurement, and other departments to gather cost data and ensure accurate cost estimation.
  • Evaluate supplier and subcontractor bids and invoices to ensure competitive pricing and cost-effectiveness.
  • Support procurement processes by providing cost analysis and guidance.
  • Prepare and present comprehensive cost reports and forecasts to management and clients.
  • Conduct feasibility studies and analyze potential risks and returns on investment for project options.
  • Participate in the evaluation and adoption of new technologies or processes (e.g., automation, software) to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Degree requirement

  • A Bachelor's degree in an Mechanical Engineering, a related field.

Skill descriptors:

Information capture

  • Level:Basic Understanding
  • Identifies information capture needs in their own area and describes the benefits of documenting relevant information.
  • Understands risks associated with failing to record information and explains organizational methods for documenting and storing data.

Standard operating procedures (SOP)

  • Level:Basic Understanding
  • Explains the use of standard operating procedures in business operations and identifies key features and functions.
  • Describes issues and considerations when using standard operating procedures.

Analytical thinking

  • Level: Expert Level
  • Names specific tools and techniques that support analytical thinking processes (e.g., spreadsheets, databases).
  • Describes how analytical thinking has been used to resolve problems and helps others learn about business analytics tools.

Effective communications

  • Level:Expert Level
  • Explains the importance of effective business communication and describes how non-verbal behavior can influence message interpretation.
  • Speaks and writes clearly and concisely, using correct language, mechanics, and gestures.

Relocation is available for this position.

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