Description
Responsabilities:
This role involves a high level of independent judgment, initiative, creativity, and the management of multiple estimates that focus specifically on identifying accurate cost estimates as well as proposed cost reductions. The cost engineer will have exposure to the next generation of automotive vehicles while working with leading edge automotive experts and technologies. Key Responsibilities include:
The candidate should be able to analyze, organize, and understand large amounts of data.Comprehensive manufacturing process knowledge is required. An understanding of regional difference in manufacturing processes / assumptions is helpful.Be an active partner with the internal GPSC purchasing team - aid in providing a fair yet competitive component cost for GM.Occasional domestic travel to supplier facilities for enhanced costing collaboration and support of the specific engineering / purchasing team.Support the assigned GM SMT from a tooling and piece price perspective.Required Skills:
Bachelor's Degree: Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field.
Experience: At least 2+ years of relevant experience in automotive cost estimation, automotive manufacturing, automotive product design/engineering, or automotive procurement.
Cost engineering professional with a strong background in
automotive component cost modeling, particularly for wire harnesses, jumper cables, connectors, and related components. Skilled in building should-cost models from the ground up using detailed bottom-up analysis.
Demonstrates solid knowledge of
manufacturing processes and bill of
materials structures to ensure all relevant cost drivers are accurately captured in cost models. Capable of
analyzing cost challenges, identifying alternatives, and translating findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
English: Advanced
Softwares: Excel, IA Tools, Office
Availability to travel
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This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.
The selected candidate will be required to travel < 25% for this role.
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
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