Product Costing Engineer

Milwaukee Succeeds; Racine, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Modine is a global leader in thermal management, headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin. The company seeks a Cost Analyst to optimize HDE product costs across the lifecycle, supporting LAW, TN and NLM operations with travel.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Procurement and Manufacturing to ensure cost targets are met and profitability is improved. The ideal candidate builds detailed cost models, conducts should-cost analyses and benchmarks suppliers.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 2–3 years of Engineering experience; finance or product costing is a plus.
• Knowledge of Modine products, manufacturing processes and cost drivers.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in costing tools and ERP systems.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office Excel and AI tools.
• Excellent communication and ability to work cross-functionally in a global environment.

Aufgaben

• Develop and maintain detailed cost models for HDE products, including materials, labor, overhead, tooling, and logistics.
• Conduct should-cost analysis and supplier benchmarking to identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, and Manufacturing to integrate cost targets into design and production decisions.
• Support LAW & NLM operations during plant start-ups, product transfers, and new launches by providing cost analysis and guidance.
• Monitor actual vs. estimated costs, perform variance analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in make-vs-buy evaluations and lifecycle cost assessments for HDE components.
• Prepare and present cost reports at key project milestones to leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving programs across HDE operations globally.
• Provide on-site support at LAW & NLM as needed (travel up to 10%).
• Participate in manufacturing process audits, and support plant finance through standard hour studies.

Kenntnisse

Cost modeling

Should-cost analysis

ERP systems

Excel

AI tools

Analytical skills

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP systems

AI tools

Jobbeschreibung

For more than 100 years, Modine has solved the toughest thermal management challenges for mission-critical applications. Our purpose of Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World means we are always evolving our portfolio of technologies to provide the latest heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions. Through the hard work of more than 11,000 employees worldwide, our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments advance our purpose with systems that improve air quality, reduce energy and water consumption, lower harmful emissions, enable cleaner running vehicles, and use environmentally friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit modine.com.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Responsible for cost analysis and optimization of HDE thermal management products. This role ensures cost targets are achieved throughout the product lifecycle, supports global projects, and provides direct support to Lawrenceburg, TN (LAW), and Nuevo Laredo, MX (NLM) operations with some travel required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain detailed cost models for HDE products, including materials, labor, overhead, tooling, and logistics
• Conduct should-cost analysis and supplier benchmarking to identify cost reduction opportunities
• Collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, and Manufacturing to integrate cost targets into design and production decisions
• Support LAW & NLM operations during plant start-ups, product transfers, and new launches by providing cost analysis and guidance
• Monitor actual vs. estimated costs, perform variance analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Participate in make-vs-buy evaluations and lifecycle cost assessments for HDE components
• Prepare and present cost reports at key project milestones to leadership and cross-functional teams
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving programs across HDE operations globally
• Provide on-site support at LAW & NLM as needed (travel up to 10%)
• Participate in manufacturing process audits, and support plant finance through standard hour studies

REQUIRED EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or related field
• Minimum 2-3 years of Engineering experience. Experience in finance or product costing is a plus
• Preferred: Knowledge of Modine products and manufacturing processes (fabrication, machining, brazing) and cost drivers
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in costing tools and ERP systems
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office Excel and AI tools
• Excellent communication and ability to work cross-functionally in a global environment

Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) now or in the future. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.