Costing Engineer ( Seat , Soft Trims)

A2MAC1 - Decode the future; Sriperumbudur; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A2MAC1 - Decode the future is seeking a cost engineering specialist to support product development and cost optimization for seating and interior systems. You will perform cost calculations, analyze BOM drivers, and propose DtC/VAVE ideas while coordinating with OEMs, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in cost engineering or related fields, with strong knowledge of manufacturing costs, materials, and process variations.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Complete and report relevant analysis reports according to customer requirements
• Research and investigate cost parameters and technical parameters
• Execute product cost calculation and provide cost optimization ideas or target cost
• Timely coordinate to solve problems to ensure project normal delivery

Job description

• Understand latest and cost-efficient engineering solution through technical benchmark
• Learn the engineering excellent practices from high-performance vehicle products across the world
• Co-work with OEM or Tiers to attend in new product development phase
• Communicate with global technical or costing experts
• Utilize technical insights database

Position Value

• Understand latest and cost-efficient engineering solution through technical benchmark
• Learn the engineering excellent practices from high-performance vehicle products across the world
• Co-work with OEM or Tiers to attend in new product development phase
• Communicate with global technical or costing experts
• Utilize technical insights database

Responsibilities And Duties

• Complete and report relevant analysis reports according to customer requirements
• Research and investigate cost parameters and technical parameters
• Execute product cost calculation and provide cost optimization ideas or target cost
• Timely coordinate to solve problems to ensure project normal delivery

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

• 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

Requirements

Qualifications and skills

• 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
• 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
• Experience on BOM cost calculation or VAVE from supplier chain, material and manufacturing process
• English written & oral, overseas study experience is a plus
• Bachelor or above degree in mechanical, electronics, industrial engineering or related area
• Good communication skills and teamwork spirit
• Strong adaptability and flexibility, innovative spirit