Costing Project Manager - Powertrain (H/M/X)

Bertrandt Group; Castilla y León; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An innovative engineering firm in Spain is seeking a seasoned professional for powertrain cost benchmarking. This role involves building costing capabilities, conducting detailed analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in automotive costing, analytical skills, and fluency in English along with Spanish or French. The company offers a permanent contract, flexible hours, and a supportive work environment, making it an exciting opportunity for the right individual.

Servicios

Permanent contract

Flexible working hours

Language training programs

Flexible compensation plan

23 working days of vacation

Company events

Formación

• Minimum 7 years of experience in powertrain costing within the automotive industry.
• Experience with cost benchmarking, teardown analysis, and competitive intelligence in the automotive sector.
• Ability to interpret technical and financial data from diverse sources.

Responsabilidades

• Build and maintain in-house competitive costing capabilities.
• Develop Competitive Costing Process and Tools.
• Collet necessary data for Costing, using internal and external teardown information.

Conocimientos

Cost benchmarking

Teardown analysis

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Fluency in English

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in French

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering

Herramientas

Siemens Costing SW

Cost modelling tools

Descripción del empleo

Would you like to work with the latest technology in the automotive sector?

Bertrandt AG Spain is an innovative German multinational company that provides engineering solutions in the automotive sector.

Teamwork is the fuel that drives us to excellence, working side by side with the client. We are people who share the same passion.

Do you want to join our team?

Rol:

Benchmarking the costs of powertrain systems and components by systematically comparing internal cost structures to those of competitors. The primary objective is to provide actionable insights that inform Design and Process teams about engineering and cost optimization efforts, ensuring the company’s offerings remain competitive in the global automotive market. This position is designed to develop and leverage internal expertise.

Tasks:

• Build and maintain in-house competitive costing capabilities:

Develop Competitive Costing Process and Tools.

Collect necessary data for Costing, using internal and external teardown information.

Identify cost drivers, material choices, manufacturing processes, and sourcing strategies used by competitors.

Maintain a database of benchmarked cost data for use in ongoing and future projects.

• Realize Costing assessments

For powertrain at large, including engines, transmissions, batteries and other systems

Formalize detailed should costs analyses and gap analyses

• Collaborate and Communicate

Coordinate with internal costing engineers to develop consistent tools and practices.

Work closely with engineering, procurement, and finance teams to validate benchmarking assumptions and ensure data accuracy.

Prepare detailed reports and presentations summarizing findings, cost differentials, and strategic recommendations for management and engineering teams.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 7 years of experience in powertrain costing within the automotive industry
• Experience with cost benchmarking, teardown analysis, and competitive intelligence in the automotive sector.
• Knowledge of Costing Software, including preferably Siemens Costing SW.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with cost modelling tools and techniques.
• Ability to interpret technical and financial data from diverse sources
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for conveying complex benchmarking findings.
• Project management experience.
• Knowledge of the latest trends in automotive powertrain.
• Fluency in English. Fluency in Spanish and/or French, to effectively communicate in our diverse work environment.

What can we offer you?

🌏 Permanent contract

🕓 Flexible working hours

📚 Language training programs and continuous learning

🚑 Flexible compensation plan (health insurance)

🌴 23 working days of vacation

🎉 Company events – we like to have fun!

💖 A great work environment – open and inclusive

If you believe this role is for you and want to work in a dynamic and continuously learning environment, apply now – we’re excited to meet you!

We are BERTRANDT. And you?

We’re waiting for you!

At Bertrandt AG Spain, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and believe in equal opportunities for all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ethnicity, marital status, or any other personal or social circumstance.