Experienced Finance Cost Engineer

Samsung Electronics America; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Onsite café and gym facilities

PTO and holidays

Maternity/paternity leave

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor in Austin, TX is seeking an Experienced Finance Cost Engineer to lead financial operations and cost controls for infrastructure construction projects. You will track CapEx, forecast cash flow, review pay applications, and partner with project management, procurement, and compliance to keep projects on budget.

This role demands proactive problem solving in a fast-paced environment, strong Excel skills, and deep knowledge of contracting methods.

Qualifications

• Advanced understanding of capital project lifecycle from design through close-out.
• Deep knowledge of contracting methods (Lump Sum, Cost Plus, Time & Materials) and mechanics' liens laws.
• Strong working knowledge of standard accounting principles and CapEx depreciation rules.
• Expert-level Excel modeling with pivot tables and macros/VBA.
• Exceptional analytical and mathematical capabilities for large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain dynamic cost-tracking databases and CBS.
• Review contractor and vendor billing against progress on site.
• Perform independent cost estimates for major change orders.
• Conduct monthly variance analysis vs budgets.
• Coordinate project close-out financial audits and reconciliations.
• Implement value-compliance processes to optimize CapEx efficiency.

Skills

Capital lifecycle

Construction contracting

Accounting principles

CapEx depreciation

Excel modeling

VBA/macros

Analytical skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

## Experienced Finance Cost EngineerApply: On-site: 12100 Samsung Blvd, Austin, TX, USA: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: March 30, 2027 (30+ days left to apply): R120545**About Samsung Austin Semiconductor** Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.**Come innovate with us!****Position Summary**The Finance Cost Engineer manages financial operations and cost controls for infrastructure construction projects at our semiconductor foundry facility. You oversee all financial aspects of construction ensuring projects stay on budget and meet strict financial goals by tracking capital expenditures (CapEx), forecasting cash flow, and reviewing pay applications. You partner closely with project management, procurement, and compliance teams to mitigate financial risks and resolve cost disputes quickly. You will rely on being a proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure, and constantly changing environment and you will deploy your collaborative mindset in building strong alignment between finance, procurement, and compliance groups.**Role and Responsibilities****Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:*** Build and maintain dynamic cost-tracking databases and project-level cost breakdown structures (CBS).* Review contractor and vendor billing applications against physical progress on the job site.* Perform independent cost estimates (ICE) for major change orders and contractor variation claims.* Conduct monthly variance analysis comparing actual spend and forecasts against baseline budgets.* Coordinate project close-out financial audits, final accounting reconciliations, and retention releases.* Implement value compliance processes in partnership with construction managers to optimize CapEx efficiency.**Skills and Qualifications****Here's what you'll need:*** Advanced understanding of capital project lifecycle stages from schematic design through commissioning and close-out.* Deep knowledge of construction contracting methods (e.g. Lump Sum, Cost Plus, Time & Material) and mechanics' liens laws.* Strong working knowledge of standard industry accounting principles and CapEx depreciation rules.* Expert-level spreadsheet skills (advanced Excel modeling, pivot tables, macros/VBA).* Exceptional analytical and mathematical capabilities for handling large, complex data sets.*The current base salary range for this role is between $95,000 - $120,000. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.***Total Rewards** At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:* Medical, dental, and vision insurance* Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting* Onsite café(s) and workout facilities* Paid maternity and paternity leave* Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays* Wellness incentives and MOREEligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.**U.S. Export Control Compliance** This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.**Trade Secrets Notice** By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung—or encourage Samsung to use—any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.\\* Please visit Samsung membership to see Privacy Policy, which defaults according to your location. You can change Country/Language at the bottom of the page. If you are European Economic Resident, please click here. \\* Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.