Automotive Cost Optimization Leader — Senior Principal

Hired; Raymond (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lease car program

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Honda Development & Manufacturing of America is seeking a Senior Principal Cost Planning Engineer in Raymond, OH to lead cost strategy for automotive electrical and interior systems.

The role requires evaluating cost competitiveness, directing cost engineering activities, and guiding VA/VE initiatives while collaborating with global teams. Excellent leadership and advanced Excel/CATIA skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in automotive product development and cost planning.
• Proven technical leadership across cross-functional teams.
• Expertise in cost competitiveness and VA/VE approaches.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior technical authority evaluating designs, processes and cost drivers.
• Lead cross-functional cost optimization discussions across Design, Cost Planning and Purchasing.
• Define cost targets and approve cost-down proposals.
• Mentor cost engineers in analysis methods and scheduling.
• Coordinate with Honda Japan teams on cost strategies.

Skills

Automotive product development

Cost planning

Technical leadership

Electrical systems expertise

CATIA / Advanced Excel modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

CATIA

Advanced Excel

Job description

Honda Development & Manufacturing of America is seeking a Senior Principal Cost Planning Engineer in Raymond, OH to lead cost strategy for automotive electrical and interior systems.

The role requires evaluating cost competitiveness, directing cost engineering activities, and guiding VA/VE initiatives while collaborating with global teams. Excellent leadership and advanced Excel/CATIA skills are essential.