Costing Engineer ( Seat , Soft Trims)

A2MAC1; Oragadam; On-site; INR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

A2MAC1 in Tamil Nadu is seeking a Cost Engineer to advance cost optimization in automotive seating and interior components. You will support product development by analyzing costs, generating technical insights, and proposing DtC/VAVE ideas.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in cost engineering, manufacturing costing, and supplier collaboration, with strong communication in English and a collaborative, flexible mindset to work with global teams.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years experience in Product Development, Cost Engineering, Purchasing, SQE/STA, Lean Manufacturing or Value Engineering.
• Experience in BOM cost calculation or VAVE from supplier chain, material and manufacturing process.
• English written and oral skills; overseas study experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete and report analysis according to customer requirements.
• Research cost parameters and technical parameters.
• Execute product cost calculation and provide cost optimization ideas or target cost.
• Coordinate to solve problems to ensure project delivery.

Skills

Seat Systems

Soft Trim Systems

Education

Bachelor or above degree in mechanical, electronics, industrial engineering or related area

Tools

MIG Welding

Laser Welding

Foam Molding

Polyurethane Processing

Plastic Injection Molding

Die Casting

Job description

Position Value

1.Understand latest and cost-efficient engineering solution through technical benchmark

2.Learn the engineering excellent practices from high-performance vehicle products across the world

3.Co-work with OEM or Tiers to attend in new product development phase

4.Communicate with global technical or costing experts

5.Utilize technical insights database

Responsibilities and duties

1.Complete and report relevant analysis reports according to customer requirements

2.Research and investigate cost parameters and technical parameters

3.Execute product cost calculation and provide cost optimization ideas or target cost

4.Timely coordinate to solve problems to ensure project normal delivery

KEY MEASURES & INDICATORS (main KPIs used in the role)

1.Generate technical insights report, costing calculation and report, DtC/VAVE ideas and report as per the tasks assigned by manager and according to required quality standards

Qualifications and skills

1. More than 2 to 5 years of experience/knowledge in the following domains, with experience in Product Development, Cost Engineering, Purchasing, SQE/STA, Lean Manufacturing, or Value Engineering:

• Seat Systems: Complete Seat Assemblies, Seat Frames, Foam, Trim Covers, Headrests, Armrests, Seat Tracks, Recliners, Adjusters, Lumbar Systems, Seat Comfort Features (Heating, Ventilation, Massage), Seat Electronics.
• Soft Trim Systems: Headliner, Carpet, Luggage Trim, Package Tray, Interior Garnishes, Acoustic & NVH Components.

2. Strong knowledge of manufacturing technologies and cost drivers for the following domains:

• Seat Systems: Metal Stamping, Tube Forming, Welding (MIG/Resistance/Laser), Foam Molding, Polyurethane (PU) Processing, Sewing, Cutting, Embroidery, Leather/Fabric Wrapping, Plastic Injection Molding, Die Casting, Assembly Processes, Seat Electronics Manufacturing, Manufacturing Costing.
• Soft Trim Systems: Plastic Injection Molding, Slush Molding, Vacuum Forming (Thermoforming), Compression Molding, Blow Molding, Foam Backing, Lamination, Sewing, Wrapping, Decorative Surface Technologies (IMD/IML, Hydrographics, Painting, Chrome Plating), Ultrasonic Welding, Adhesive Bonding, Assembly Processes, Manufacturing Costing.

3.Experience on BOM cost calculation or VAVE from supplier chain, material and manufacturing process

4.English written & oral, overseas study experience is a plus

5.Bachelor or above degree in mechanical, electronics, industrial engineering or related area

6.Good communication skills and teamwork spirit

7.Strong adaptability and flexibility, innovative spirit