Principal Cost and Sustainability Engineer, Mechanical

HARMAN India; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Employee discounts

Learning & development

Wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Campus fitness center

Inclusive culture

Job summary

HARMAN Automotive in Pune, India seeks a Principal Cost Engineer to lead cost analysis, supplier interactions, and value engineering for mechanical components. You will drive should-cost targets, develop robust cost models, and guide cross-functional teams to achieve savings and performance improvements.

The role emphasizes leadership in cost intelligence, data management, and collaboration with Engineering, Procurement, and Suppliers to optimize total cost and design feasibility within

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• At least 10 years in cost engineering or automotive procurement.
• Experience with design optimization and CO2e improvements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supplier quotes and define RFQ cost targets with Engineering & Sourcing teams.
• Lead cost models, identify savings opportunities, and improve cost transparency.
• Collaborate with suppliers to identify cost/design/process improvements and run workshops.
• Develop supplier cost performance and execute cost-based negotiations.

Skills

Cost engineering

Engineering degree

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

• Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
• Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
• Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

What You’ll Be Part Of

The Principal Cost Engineer works on HARMAN profitability and growth goals with Procurement, Engineering, Suppliers via using mechanical engineering, cost analysis and business intelligence capabilities. Focusing on Mechanical components (Metal, Plastic, Speaker components).

How You’ll Make An Impact

Cost Engineer is a complex role, working on the following areas:

Cost intelligence

• Analyze cost breakdowns from supplier quotes
• Define New RFQ and Sourcing cost targets with Engineering&Sourcing team
• Lead the HARMAN “best practice” cost reference for the Harman Automotive products to a component level
• Frequently review/improve/develop cost model inputs/logic for additional saving opportunities
• Understand key cost drivers of gaps to should cost and provide intelligence to organization how to reach targets
• Continuously improving cost transparency of supply base
• Seek and represent additional cost intelligence solutions to reach Harman’s targets

Business execution

• Lead close technical relationships with suppliers to identify best cost/design/process solutions (Conduct internal and supplier Workshops)
• Develop suppliers cost performance on onsite visits
• Drive cost-based negotiation events with should costing
• Identify categorystrategy activities to meet should cost target and (based on: new supplier scouting, benchmarking, purchased part relocation – defined category strategy plan including roadmap),alignment with cross-functional teams
• Represent supply chain market overview (material, technology, economy)

Engineering aspects

• Lead Best Cost Design initiatives (to improve Harman current design processes)
• Review/recommend design optimization opportunities
• Define cost saving measures within the category from technical and commercial opportunity

Data

• optimize data management processes from digitalization perspective
• continuously improve existing cost model data management (automation, intelligence, quality)
• benchmark market and implement state-of-the-art data management solutions

What Makes You A Strong Fit

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Minimum 10 years’ work experience in the following areas:
• For E(Mechanical):
• Cost engineering of (E)/mechanical components and systems
• VA/VE of (E)/mechanical components and systems
• Engineering automotive (E)/mechanical components
• Automotive procurement
• Advanced manufacturing engineering
• Experience with factors impacting design for CO2e improvement
• Experience with complex components, modules, assemblies
• Proven technical leadership with demonstrated ability to lead and review the work of other cost engineers
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical topics through structure solutions. Must be able to influence others to drive alignment on proposed technical solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to breakdown component costs into the constituent costs
• Excellent presentation skills and demonstrated ability to effectively present complex technical topics
• Experience working in a fast paced, highly measured, results focused environment
• Proven team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who can effectively work with all levels of a global organization
• Leading role and behavior in cross-functional teams to achieve financial and/or transformational targets
• Fluency in English

Things To Know

• Willingness to work from the office
• Be willing to travel up to 20%, domestic and international travel

What You Can Expect

• A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week.
• Access to employee discounts on HARMAN and Samsung products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others)
• Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs
• Wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being
• Tuition reimbursement support
• Access to the HARMAN campus fitness center and cafeteria, where available
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports both your professional and personal development

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever‑evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award‑winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.

Equal Opportunity

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.