Sr. Cost Engineer

Senior Cost Engineer

Primary Responsibilitiescoordinate, 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 teamidentifying and implementing part and tool cost reduction to enable the organization to award business at the right cost/priceand 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 ManagementPurchasing departments with fact-based negotiations and detailed cost-break-down analysis to reduce quotation prices and implement cost-reduction opportunitiesteardown, and gap analysis of competitor productsAdvanced Engineering with manufacturability and cost estimation in innovation technology projects/next-generation projectscost-effecting design changesof “Make or Buy” decisionsefficiency (e.g. KPI tracking, standardization) and improve internal transparency of knowledge share, calculations methods, and supplier cost-audit resultsinternal customers in cost engineering methods and processes to create understanding and role as a business partnerin sourcing events, technical reviews, and potential supplier visits

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

EducationDegree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering with a strong commercial or economics background

Desired Competencies, Experience, & QualificationsEngineering Experience and/or Management experience requiredexperience working cross-functionally in an international corporate environmentwith Powertrain componentscommunication, driving for results, and negotiation skillsto work self-directed at a fast pace dealing with multiple tasks simultaneouslywith cost calculation & office softwareGerman and English language skillsto 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 offTuition assistance