Cost Estimator

Objective of the Position:

Creates all program related cost estimates for new business, service parts and engineering changes.  Also creates targets and assists purchasing in negotiating piece cost for purchased parts.

Main Duties:

• Create and review cost estimates for exhaust after treatment systems including all internal and external components.
• Creation of cost estimates for new business and engineering changes.
• Attend and participate in internal and external cost optimization workshops.
• Ensure calculation model reflects the most recent information.
• Validate and maintain cost models and base data.
• Create target costs for procurement parts.
• Transfer and challenge manufacturing data provided for programs.
• Ensure completeness of bill of material as well as the complete cost estimation.
• Support Product Engineering (PE) in the early design phase with rough estimates, to help guide PE to the most cost efficient design.
• Support Sales during the creation of Cost Break downs and Customer claims using our internal cost models
• Actively support Sales team during claim and pricing negotiations at the customer location where needed.

Requirement Profile:

• Professional Background / Basic Qualification / Work Experience:
• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in cost estimation or closely related.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience working for a manufacturing sector preferably automotive.
• Must be able to read and understand manufacturing layouts and component drawings
• Understand math models for component costing
• Ability to travel domestically by car or plane (up to 15% travel)
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Preferably knowledge with measuring and design programs (e.g. Forming Suit, Catia)

Technical Expertise:

• Ability to analyze data and prepare reports, statements and projections.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts and operations, including calculations, percentages, etc.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and write simple correspondence.
• Analytical- Synthesize complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
• Business Acumen- Understands business implications of decisions.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement of products for manufacturability.
• Knowledge of engineering fundaments, mechanical systems, automotive systems, and exhaust systems.
• Completes projects on time and budget
• Strives to continuously improve expertise, knowledge and skills.
• Experience with AI based Cost estimation software desired.

Methodical Competence:

• Ability to handle multiple tasks smoothly in situations containing a moderate to high level of stress.
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Adaptability – Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• The ability to follow-up on projects and ensure all items are completed on time with all necessary data required and supporting documentation.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Strategic Thinking- Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Takes responsibility for own actions; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.