Sr. Cost Engineer

3 weeks ago


Novi, United States Tiro L.L.C. Full time

Senior Cost Engineer


Primary Responsibilities

  • coordinate, and provide in early phase best cost calculations (costed BOM) for different manufacturing technologies (purchase parts & tooling) considering functionality and quality requirements, project timing, and in close collaboration with the program team
  • identifying and implementing part and tool cost reduction to enable the organization to award business at the right cost/price
  • and coordinate cost reduction potentials (e.g. with VA/VE, Design-to-cost techniques) in existing business from the idea's respective pre-calculation until implementation in close collaboration with Purchasing, Engineering, and Program Management
  • Purchasing departments with fact-based negotiations and detailed cost-break-down analysis to reduce quotation prices and implement cost-reduction opportunities
  • teardown, and gap analysis of competitor products
  • Advanced Engineering with manufacturability and cost estimation in innovation technology projects/next-generation projects
  • cost-effecting design changes
  • of “Make or Buy” decisions
  • efficiency (e.g. KPI tracking, standardization) and improve internal transparency of knowledge share, calculations methods, and supplier cost-audit results
  • internal customers in cost engineering methods and processes to create understanding and role as a business partner
  • in sourcing events, technical reviews, and potential supplier visits


Years of Experience

Minimum 3 years of work experience preferred in automotive or automotive supplier industry in related fields


Education

  • Degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering with a strong commercial or economics background


Desired Competencies, Experience, & Qualifications

  • Engineering Experience and/or Management experience required
  • experience working cross-functionally in an international corporate environment
  • with Powertrain components
  • communication, driving for results, and negotiation skills
  • to work self-directed at a fast pace dealing with multiple tasks simultaneously
  • with cost calculation & office software
  • German and English language skills
  • to travel globally



What We Offer:

Our client provides a competitive benefits package focused on employee well-being and work-life balance:

Medical, dental, and vision program options

Retirement savings plan (401k)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance



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