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  • Posted: May 26, 2021
    Deadline: Not specified
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    FLSmidth has since 1882 been the leading supplier of equipment, services and expertise to the minerals and cement industries. FLSmidth supplies the minerals and cement industries globally with everything from engineering, single machines and complete processing plants to maintenance, support services and operation of processing facilities. With approximately...
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    Cost Engineer (Delmas)

    Department 

    • You will be part of the Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East and South Asia Region Cost Engineering Team based at our Delmas Manufacturing facility. By joining this team, you will have the chance to work in an international environment involving different cultures and different challenges.

    Role Purpose 

    The position will be responsible for performing and coordinating the various commercial and technical tasks associated with preparation of cost estimates for products / equipment manufactured and refurbished at FLSmidth Delmas facility. The suitable candidate must ensure:

    • Customer and FLSmidth business requirements are met.
    • Work is conducted in accordance with accepted engineering practices and FLSmidth standards.
    • There is effective communication and coordination between all internal stakeholders.
    • Accurate cost estimates are prepared and submitted timeously.

    Your Responsibilities

    • Ensure that the needs and expectations of the customer are clearly defined and understood and that all necessary information is obtained to prepare cost estimates that are commercially and technically acceptable.
    • Prepare cost estimates taking into account factors such as labour costs, material costs, equipment rental, sub-contracted service costs, facility costs, transportation costs, quality assurance costs, contingencies and warranty provisions.
    • Assess the condition of components / equipment sent for refurbishment, determine the scope of supply, prepare the bill of materials and formulate product refurbishment processes and procedures in conjunction with FLSmidth engineering departments and technical centres.
    • Where applicable, consult or negotiate with clients to prepare and obtain approval of fabrication and refurbishment project specifications.
    • Analyse technology, resource needs and market trends, to plan and assess the feasibility of refurbishment and manufacturing projects at Delmas.
    • Maintain and develop good supplier relationships to enhance the company’s ability to obtain competitive prices.
    • Timeous, effective, accurate and complete issuing of request for quotations, accurate adjudication of supplier quotations and supplier commercial conditions thereby ensuring that the most suitable conditions for the company are negotiated with the supplier.
    • Maintain and/or develop internal systems and procedures thereby ensuring that sufficient business management control is exercised.
    • Perform administrative functions such as, but not limited to the reviewing and writing of tenders, reports and the updating of sales libraries and registers.
    • Following up and reporting on the status of Cost Engineering proposals submitted.
    • Developing and maintaining good relationships with personnel in the Procurement, Sales, Proposals, Engineering and Global Product Line departments.

    Requirements, Skills and abilities

    • Grade 12.
    • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
    • A formal Cost Engineering and/or Mechanical Engineering qualification – BSc. Mech. Eng., B Tech Mech. Eng. or NHD Mech. Eng. Would be beneficial
    • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
    • Experience and knowledge of assembly and production environment.    
    • Strong computer literacy. (Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project)
    • Comprehensive knowledge of the industry, competitors and rotating mechanical equipment would be beneficial.

    Requirements, Skills and abilities

    • Coping with pressure and setbacks
    • Analyzing, attention to detail
    • Deciding and initiating action.
    • Team player, ability to work with multiple teams.
    • Delivering results and meeting customer expectations.
    • Persuading and influencing.
    • Exceptional planning, organizing and communication abilities.
    • Advanced writing and reporting skills.

    What we offer

    • As an equal opportunity employer, FLSmidth embraces diversity and equality by promoting an environment of inclusion. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply – the more diverse our employees are, the stronger our team is.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to FLSmidth on flsmidth.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com to apply

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