Armrest Cost Engineer - Global Seat Programs

Groupe SEGULA Technologies SA; México; Presencial; MXN 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Groupe SEGULA Technologies SA in Mexico is seeking a Cost Engineering Expert specialized in seat components with a focus on Armrests. You will lead cost models, estimate tooling costs, and perform should-cost analyses across multiple automotive programs.

Collaboration with global teams and support for NRE and tooling cost evaluations are key aspects of this role. The candidate will work closely with engineering, purchasing, and finance to optimize armrest architectures, manage BOM cost drivers,

Formación

• Specialized knowledge in armrest design, materials, and plastics.
• Experience in cost analysis, modeling, and optimization across programs.
• Ability to manage complex cost models and collaborate globally.

Responsabilidades

• Lead cost models for seat components focusing on Armrest assemblies.
• Estimate variable and tooling costs across program phases.
• Perform should-cost analyses and supplier cost breakdowns.
• Analyze BOMs and identify key cost drivers for plastics and components.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes relevant to armrests (injection molding, trimming, assembly).
• Support RFQs, sourcing strategies, and supplier negotiations.
• Drive design-to-cost and VA/VE activities with engineering teams.
• Track costs across programs to ensure alignment with targets.
• Support NRE and tooling cost analyses and mold investment evaluations.
• Collaborate with global teams across engineering, purchasing, finance, and program management.

Conocimientos

Cost modeling

Armrest cost analysis

Should-cost analysis

BOM validation

VA/VE initiatives

Cross-functional collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering

Herramientas

Excel

Costing software

Descripción del empleo

Groupe SEGULA Technologies SA in Mexico is seeking a Cost Engineering Expert specialized in seat components with a focus on Armrests. You will lead cost models, estimate tooling costs, and perform should-cost analyses across multiple automotive programs.

Collaboration with global teams and support for NRE and tooling cost evaluations are key aspects of this role. The candidate will work closely with engineering, purchasing, and finance to optimize armrest architectures, manage BOM cost drivers,