EE Value Optimization Engineer - Data Analytics & Savings Reporting

SEGULA Technologies; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SEGULA Technologies in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a data-focused professional to support the Electrical Hardware Engineering Value Optimization team. You will manage savings data, create reports and dashboards, and coordinate with Finance and program management.

The role requires 3–5 years in data analysis, strong Excel and visualization skills, and a basic understanding of automotive E/E systems. On-site work in Michigan with opportunities to automate reporting and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in data analysis, engineering reporting, cost management, or automotive program support.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).
• Data management with multiple disparate sources ensuring high accuracy and traceability.
• Basic understanding of automotive E/E systems (harnesses, ECUs, infotainment, connectivity, or ADAS).
• Strong interpersonal, written, and cross-functional coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Savings Tracking: Track EHE savings for Ecotech and EcoMkt initiatives across vehicle programs.
• Management Reporting: Prepare weekly, global, and executive management savings reports detailing forecasts, variances, risks, and implementation status.
• Dashboard Development: Develop interactive dashboards and visual reports using advanced analytics tools.
• Cross-Functional Representation: Represent the EHE VO team in program updates and value-optimization meetings.
• Financial Alignment: Coordinate with Finance to validate, trace, and officially book technical savings.
• Systems Management: Maintain EHE data and activities within the TCR system.
• Drift & Cost Review: Review cost notices and system-created drifts, assign them to the correct team member, and classify them as technical or non-technical.
• Discrepancy Resolution: Resolve complex savings and data discrepancies between engineering and Finance.
• User Support & Training: Support TCR users and train new team members on process and tool execution.
• Process Automation: Continuously improve reporting efficiency through automation and standardized processes.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

Power BI

Tableau

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Data Analytics/CS

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Python

VBA

Job description

Support the Electrical Hardware Engineering (EHE) Value Optimization team by managing savings data, reports, dashboards, Finance coordination, and TCR system activities. This position requires strong data-analysis and visualization skills, along with basic knowledge of automotive electrical and electronic systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Savings Tracking: Track EHE savings for Ecotech and EcoMkt initiatives across vehicle programs.
• Management Reporting: Prepare weekly, global, and executive management savings reports detailing forecasts, variances, risks, and implementation status.
• Dashboard Development: Develop interactive dashboards and visual reports using advanced analytics tools.
• Cross-Functional Representation: Represent the EHE VO team in program updates and value-optimization meetings.
• Financial Alignment: Coordinate with Finance to validate, trace, and officially book technical savings.
• Systems Management: Maintain EHE data and activities within the TCR system.
• Drift & Cost Review: Review cost notices and system-created drifts, assign them to the correct team member, and classify them as technical or non-technical.
• Discrepancy Resolution: Resolve complex savings and data discrepancies between engineering and Finance.
• User Support & Training: Support TCR users and train new team members on process and tool execution.
• Process Automation: Continuously improve reporting efficiency through automation and standardized processes.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: 3–5 years of professional experience in data analysis, engineering reporting, cost management, or automotive program support.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).
• Data Management: Proven ability to handle data from multiple disparate sources with high accuracy and traceability.
• Domain Knowledge: Basic understanding of automotive E/E systems (harnesses, ECUs, infotainment, connectivity, or ADAS).
• Communication: Strong interpersonal, written, and cross-functional coordination skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with TCR, savings-tracking, engineering-change, or OEM cost-management platforms.
• Knowledge of Ecotech/EcoMkt or similar automotive savings categories.
• Hands-on experience collaborating across Engineering, Finance, Purchasing, and Program Management.
• Technical proficiency with Power Query, SQL, Python, VBA, or macro automation tools.

SEGULA Technologies is a global engineering group, boosting the competitiveness of all major industrial sectors: automotive, aerospace, energy, rail, naval, life sciences, and telecoms. With a presence in more than 30 countries and 140 locations worldwide, the Group prioritizes close relationships with its clients, driven by the expertise of its 15,000 employees. As a leading engineering player putting innovation at the heart of its strategy, SEGULA Technologies manages large-scale projects, ranging from initial studies to industrialization and production. SEGULA TECHNOLOGIES is dedicated to gender balance and diversity, recognizing and recruiting talent of all backgrounds.