EV Cost Engineer - Global Manufacturing & Value Engineering

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC.; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC. seeks a Cost Engineer for the EV Business Unit to drive cost targets across the value chain for equipment, materials, and manufacturing.

The role focuses on researching cost drivers and setting targets, while supporting market research to optimize Astemo's manufacturing capabilities. The Cost Engineer will conduct cost analysis, maintain an internal cost database, and co‑lead Value Engineering/Cost activities with BU Purchasing, collaborating with remote sites and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, finance, operations, or data analytics.
• 5–10 years of experience in Finance & Accounting, focused primarily in costing.
• 3 years of experience in a Manufacturing Environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform cost analysis for manufacturing based on requests for new business opportunities and improvements to existing programs, ensuring competitive and optimized pricing.
• Develop, maintain, and regularly update an internal cost database, including raw materials, labor, and other manufacturing inputs.
• Co‑lead Value Engineering/Cost (VEC) activities in collaboration with Business Unit Purchasing, including part preparation and supplier coordination/scheduling.
• Create, maintain, and refine benchmarking templates to support cost comparison and analysis.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives.

Skills

Corporate P&L familiarity

Microsoft Office proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Remote-site collaboration

High accountability

Project management

Analytical & problem solving

Communication & presentation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, finance, operations, or data analytics

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC. seeks a Cost Engineer for the EV Business Unit to drive cost targets across the value chain for equipment, materials, and manufacturing.

The role focuses on researching cost drivers and setting targets, while supporting market research to optimize Astemo's manufacturing capabilities. The Cost Engineer will conduct cost analysis, maintain an internal cost database, and co‑lead Value Engineering/Cost activities with BU Purchasing, collaborating with remote sites and