Cost Engineering & Benchmarking - MAE
Core
Develop and maintain target cost models for manufacturing equipment, automation systems, and assembly/testing fixtures; analyze technical concepts and supplier quotations to identify cost drivers and establish benchmarks.
Role type
Senior Cost Engineering & Benchmarking Specialist
Builds
Cost models, cost benchmarks, teardown analyses, and product cost estimates for manufacturing equipment and automation systems
Domain
Manufacturing engineering, cost engineering, value engineering
Required skills
Manufacturing and assembly process knowledge (machining, forging, casting), mechanical and electronics knowledge, GD&T and drawing reading, product development cycle understanding, Microsoft Excel and presentation skills, problem-solving and analytical capabilities
Preferred skills
Gen-AI and digitalization tools knowledge, tool design and manufacturing knowledge (molds, casting, press tools), competitor tracking experience, product cost structure understanding
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain target cost models for manufacturing equipment and automation systems, analyze technical specifications and supplier quotations to identify key cost drivers, evaluate manufacturing processes from a cost and value engineering perspective, conduct competitor product studies and teardown analyses, perform product comparisons and detailed documentation, interact with suppliers and vendors
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
