Body - Systems and Cost Component Engineer

InDepth provides design and engineering solutions to a variety of industries and also offers staffing services to some of the most respected companies in the United States. We are constantly looking for talented and enthusiastic individuals to be a part of our team and we are highly invested in every employee's professional and personal growth. Visit our website at www.InDepthEngSol.com to learn more.

Job Summary:
Individual is responsible for establishing technical cost for assigned components throughout program life (establishing piece cost and tooling investment targets, negotiation support for new business placement and cost analysis for design changes). Working from BOM, drawings and/or samples the individual must be able to develop technical cost for Body/Exterior components and systems using activity based costing methodologies. Individual provides subject matter expertise (cost & process) to support engineering and purchasing at working levels and to executive leadership. Individual must have the ability to analyze supplier quotes and reach agreement on appropriate piece cost and tooling cost using activity based costing. Individual must have understanding of elements of piece cost and investment for various manufacturing processing typical for the production of assigned commodities. 
BIW stampings:
  • Set targets (variable and tooling)
  • Support Purchasing in placing business
  • Collaborate change notice cost deltas
Requirements:
 
  • Bachelor Degree with Engineering concentration is preferred, Journeyman or candidate with HS diploma with 
10+ years’ relevant experience. 
  • REQUIRING 10+ years’ experience with design, manufacturing, OR procurement of Injection Molded parts like Fascias and Grilles or similar exterior body components to conduct piece price cost estimating and/or experience creating bottoms-up costing.  
  • Strong negotiation, leadership, interpersonal & communication skills required.MS Office proficient. Excellent communication skills (oral & written) Must be detail oriented and highly organized to manage many programs and cost details simultaneously. 

  • May be required to drive a company car. Will be required to travel domestically/international 20% 

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