Cost Engineer

Cost Engineer:

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

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical degree; Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is preferred

4-5 years’ experience in Product Cost, Product Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing

Experience with new product development processes and activities is preferred

Demonstrated competence in problem solving, data analysis, & project management

Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations of insights and recommendations, supported by data analysis

Experience developing cross-functional and cross-regional relationships to achieve business objectives

Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI), Smartsheet, and other business applications

Excellent communications skills – written & verbal