Cost Engineer

Brooks Laboratory Automation Solutions; Johor; Hybrid; MYR 80,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooks Automation is seeking a Cost Engineer to lead cost estimating for new and legacy products in the semiconductor automation space. You will estimate costs for machined and fabricated components, develop should-cost targets, and support supplier negotiations to achieve target costs.

The role involves cost modeling, data analysis, and collaboration with design engineering to convert specifications into reliable cost estimates. Flexible work arrangements may apply.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cost estimating.
• Strong background in mechanical commodities and reading drawings.
• Understanding of GD&T and mechanical workmanship standards.
• Analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Customer-focused with ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal direction.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project.
• Knowledge of cost methodologies and software modeling tools.
• Experience with aPriori is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Determine cost estimate targets during design and development, and recommend cost-effective solutions.
• Use cost methodologies and software models to prepare reliable data.
• Transform costing through continuous improvement of systems and procedures.
• Collect data to estimate costs for machined or fabricated products.
• Ensure supplier quotations meet should-cost estimates.
• Support supplier meetings and negotiations to reduce costs to target levels.
• Gather specifications to convert to cost estimates for new/current products.
• Support the quote process and ensure quote accuracy, quality, and speed.
• Lead and mentor regions/sites in costing procedures and processes.
• Provide cost estimates during change processes and assess impact.
• Provide costing/pricing support to sites and regions as needed.
• Review engineering changes for manufacturability and supply chain impact.

Skills

Cost estimating

Mechanical commodities

GD&T

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication skills

Cost methodologies

Software modeling tools

aPriori

Education

BS or BA in Engineering/Purchasing/Technical

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Project

Job description

Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions with over 40 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, offering precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions that empower chip manufacturers worldwide. Our product portfolio includes a range of automation solutions, including robots, vacuum systems, and atmospheric robots for semiconductor manufacturing (www.brooks.com). Are you looking for a place where you can be part of a transformation? Join us at Brooks Automation and be a part of a dynamic organization that is shaping the future of technology.

Cost Engineer Job Description

The NPI Supply Chain Cost Estimating Engineer will support the Semiconductor Automation Supply Chain team as the lead cost engineer for both new and legacy product. This position will provide cost estimates and comparison cost for the value of machined and fabricated goods that are provided by the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities:

• Determine the cost estimate targets during the design and development process, recommending cost effective solutions.
• Utilize cost methodologies, tools, and appropriate software models and packages to prepare and maintain reliable and accurate data.
• Transforms product costing through continuous improvement of systems, methods, and procedures.
• Will collect and analyze initial data information to estimate cost associated with manufacturing a machined or fabricated product.
• Ensure supplier quotations meet “should cost” estimates.
• Support supplier meetings and negotiations to challenge quotation and direct cost reductions to meet target costs.
• Gather proposals, specifications, and other related documents from design engineering to convert specifications to cost estimates for new and current products.
• Supports the quote process, ensure quote accuracy, quality, compliance with Brooks Automations goals, responsiveness, and rapid turn-around time of quotes.
• Leads others by supporting and executing all related processes and procedures.
• Train, mentor, and provides software modeling support to regions, sites and/or individuals for costing procedures and processes.
• Provide cost estimates during change process and advise of cost impact of changes.
• Provide costing / pricing support, and leadership to sites and/or other functional groups or regions as required.
• May provide technical support for DFs (design for all desirable manufacturability) including reviewing engineering changes and assessment of materials/supply chain impact.
• Review request for information (RFI) and management's requirements to model cost and simulate pricing

Required Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in cost estimating.
• Strong background with mechanical commodities (sheet-metal, precision machining, welding, plastics, injection molding, casting, brazing) with ability to read and interpret technical documents including drawings, blueprints, product specifications, material tolerances, finish specifications.
• Understanding of GD&T and mechanical industry workmanship standards.
• Demonstrated strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
• Customer-focused, self-motivated with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks with minimal direction, ability to drive initiatives and programs with unclear initial definition.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project.
• Knowledge of cost methodologies and software modeling tools.
• Prefer experience with aPriori a plus

Required Experience and Education:

• BS or BA Degree in Engineering, Purchasing or Technical discipline.

Work Location & Flexibility

At Brooks, we aim to foster a collaborative and engaging environment while offering flexibility where possible. Work arrangements may include a mix of in-office and remote work, depending on the nature of the role and business needs. Specific expectations will be shared during the interview process.

Brooks is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and proudly serves as an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. Diversity enhances our innovative capabilities and strengthens our ability to serve our customers and communities effectively.

At Brooks Automation, we celebrate the unique experiences and perspectives each individual brings, believing they are essential to our collective success. Join us in building a workplace where every team member is valued and can thrive.

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Since our founding in 1978, Brooks Automation has been a leading automation provider and trusted partner to the global manufacturing industry. Our customers choose the Brooks Automation platform because we consistently deliver best-in-class reliability and cost of ownership, with a solution that is optimized for value within their application.

We deliver value through our understanding of the application challenge, providing solutions at scale that create an automated advantage for our customers.

This benefits our customers with improved throughput and yield and a lower cost of ownership.