Cost Engineer:
Responsibilities:
- Identify and drive product cost improvement actions by working with a cross-functional team (notably Product Management, Engineering, Procurement, Operations and Finance)
- Develop product cost comparisons to evaluate and benchmark manufacturing locations and suppliers
- Prepare and deliver presentations on product cost targets, key cost drivers, and supporting cost reduction activities
- Monitor product costs during the NPDI process and throughout the product lifecycle to identify and act on variances
- Identify and pursue continuous improvement projects that deliver improved efficiency and/or quality
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Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical degree; Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is preferred
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4-5 years’ experience in Product Cost, Product Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing
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Experience with new product development processes and activities is preferred
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Demonstrated competence in problem solving, data analysis, & project management
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Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations of insights and recommendations, supported by data analysis
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Experience developing cross-functional and cross-regional relationships to achieve business objectives
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI), Smartsheet, and other business applications
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Excellent communications skills – written & verbal
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