Senior Specialist, Cost Engineering

To provide Cost Engineering support to cross functional teams within the e-Powertrain (ePWT) module group by producing Cost Estimates for piece part and vendor tooling and supporting evaluation of ED&D costs. General and Task Management

Analyze technical specifications, statement of works and drawings. Collect feedback, data and analysis and share information with Cost Engineering team. Provide piece cost and vendor tooling estimates for new and current vehicle variants. Conduct benchmarking activities to enable the comparison of current design and cost assumptions with relevant product benchmarks. Update Bill of Materials costs during main stages of the program. Assist in the compilation of internal reports providing ongoing progress to cost engineering team and stakeholders and review data to identify possible cost reduction opportunities. Develop and use cost methodologies and tools, appropriate software models and packages to prepare cost estimates. Prepare actual against estimated cost reports. Assist with monitoring and reviewing data and information to detect or assess problems. Assist in the supplier process to achieve cost optimization / reduction. Support all activities in cost estimating and take a proactive approach towards improvements. Provide assistance to more senior staff in the cost engineering function. Relationship Management

Liaise with stakeholders to help you develop and refine estimate accuracy Work as part of a cross functional team with Manufacturing, Engineering and Purchasing to support cost reduction initiatives, make vs buy studies, supplier negotiations, tenders and contracts. Self-Management

Balanced and confident. Proactive approach to workload and business requirements. Achievement focused. Make productive contributions. Team player with a positive effect on the mood and a collaborative approach to working with others. Consistently manages their own tasks. Is self-aware, resilient, optimistic and open to change. Shows moral courage, openness and honesty in all dealings. Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, finance, accounting related discipline from a recognized University. 5+ years Cost Engineering / Cost Estimating in an Automotive product development organization. Experience in cost estimating mechanical components – Forging, Casting, Inj. Molding, Stamping. Knowledge in cost estimating EV specific components such as HV Battery Pack (Cells & Module components), Electric motor, Gearbox, Inverter, OBC, DCDC, VCU, HV Harness.

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