Manufacturing Engineer_ Should Costing

Alten; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN India is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer focused on should-costing to join its aerospace manufacturing team in Bengaluru. The role emphasizes cost modeling, process optimization, and NX12-based CAM programming for high-precision components.

The candidate will work with cross-functional teams to read drawings, develop cost models, and optimize processes. A Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 3–7 years of relevant experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in cost engineering, manufacturing, or procurement.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and costing methods.
• Strong communication and presentation skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand aerospace component drawings.
• Create manufacturing process 3D models using NX12.
• Generate multi-axis CNC programs using NX12 and above.
• Define optimized manufacturing processes.
• Develop and maintain should-cost models for components, assemblies, and products.
• Analyze costs across materials, processes, labor, overhead, and supply chain.
• Review supplier quotations and validate pricing against internal cost models.

Skills

Cost engineering

Manufacturing/process optimization

Procurement

NX CAM programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

NX12

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer_ Should Costing

The Manufacturing Engineer will actively participate in process planning, NX CAM programming, should-costing, and other manufacturing engineering activities for aerospace components. The role requires strong expertise in multi-axis machining, process optimization, and also responsible for developing detailed cost models to estimate the “should cost” of mechanical products, components.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and understand the Aerospace components Engineering and Stage drawings.
• Create Manufacturing process 3D models using Siemens NX12.
• Generate multi axis CNC programs using NX12 and above.
• Define the optimized manufacturing process.
• Develop and maintain should-cost models for components, assemblies, and products
• Analyze materials, manufacturing processes, labor, overhead, and supply chain costs
• Evaluate design proposals to determine which one best meets cost requirement.
• Understand all GD&T symbols and should be able to apply for manufacturing process and their applications.
• Selection of Cutting tools, CNC Machines and Advanced Holding Fixtures for manufacturing.
• Conduct cost analyses proposals to determine whether the proposed solution is feasible or whether modifications should be made.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities
• Review supplier quotations and validate pricing against internal cost models

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in cost engineering, manufacturing, or procurement

Good to Have (Preferred :

• Hands-on experience on generating 3D models & multi axis CNC programs using NX12 and above.
• Experience in industries such as automotive, aerospace, or industrial manufacturing
• Knowledge on manufacturing Process such as conventional and non-Conventional machining.
• Communication & presentation skills

Experience: 3-7 Years

Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering

Employment: Full Time

Location: Bengaluru

Why Join ALTEN India?

• Opportunity to work with leading global aerospace clients.
• Dynamic, innovation-driven environment with exposure to cutting-edge technologies.
• Continuous learning and career growth opportunities.
• Inclusive and collaborative workplace culture.