Seats and Restraint Value Optimization Engineer

SEGULA Technologies; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SEGULA Technologies is seeking a motivated Value Optimization Engineer in Detroit, Michigan. This role focuses on driving cost efficiency and technical excellence across automotive systems by acting as a bridge between engineering and finance.

You will identify cost-saving opportunities, lead analyses, and facilitate optimization workshops to enhance quality and performance. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in automotive engineering, cost engineering, benchmarking, or value optimization.
• Strong foundational understanding of vehicle systems and manufacturing processes.
• Previous experience working with OEMs or Tier 1 automotive suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Identify and champion cost-saving opportunities across vehicle systems.
• Lead teardown analyses to understand industry trends and competitor cost structures.
• Facilitate value optimization workshops with engineering teams and suppliers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, or a related Engineering field

Tools

A2MAC1

eVOS

MCM

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Value Optimization Engineer to drive cost efficiency and technical excellence across our automotive systems. In this role, you will act as a bridge between engineering and finance, utilizing benchmarking and value engineering to optimize components without sacrificing quality or performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost Reduction & Strategy: Identify and champion cost-saving opportunities across various vehicle systems and components.
• Benchmarking & Analysis: Lead teardown analyses and competitive studies to understand industry trends and competitor cost structures.
• Idea Generation: Facilitate value optimization workshops with internal engineering teams and external suppliers to brainstorm high-impact savings.
• Design-to-Cost (DTC): Support standardization and DTC activities to ensure cost targets are integrated early in the design phase.
• Project Reporting: Present detailed subsystem-level optimization results and project status updates to stakeholders.
• Systems Management: Maintain and manage critical engineering tools and databases, including eVOS, MCM, and benchmarking repositories.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, or a related Engineering field.
• Experience: 3+ years in automotive engineering, cost engineering, benchmarking, or value optimization.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong foundational understanding of vehicle systems, modern manufacturing processes, and materials science.
• Core Competencies: Excellent analytical skills, proactive problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills for global team collaboration.
• Preferred Tools: Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools such as A2MAC1, eVOS, or MCM.
• Industry Context: Previous experience working directly with OEMs or Tier 1 automotive suppliers and a solid grasp of teardown methodologies.