Senior Automotive Cost Estimator & BOM Lead

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation is seeking a Senior Cost Estimating Analyst to lead cost analysis for manufacturing processes and tooling investments. The role involves evaluating cost changes across castings, stamping, forging, and machining, and coordinating with engineering and purchasing to ensure competitive pricing.

The position requires 4–6 years in automotive cost estimation, strong analytical skills, and experience with ERP systems. Occasional travel to plant and supplier sites is expected.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of relevant automotive industry experience.
• Knowledge of driveshaft/unibody products preferred.
• ERP systems experience (Oracle, SAP) recommended.
• Strong analytical and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and analyze cost changes for products/processes (castings, stampings, forgings, machining).
• Cost Engineering BOMs for new and current programs.
• Support Purchasing to ensure market-competitive sourcing and bids meet standards.
• Maintain cost analyses with real-time quotes/technical data.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Cost Estimating, Purchasing, and suppliers.
• Train associates at Dauch locations as needed.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and process improvements.
• Record market studies for commodities to identify cost trends.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cost analysis

Analytical skills

MS Office

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems (Oracle & SAP)

MS Office Suite

Job description

Dauch Corporation is seeking a Senior Cost Estimating Analyst to lead cost analysis for manufacturing processes and tooling investments. The role involves evaluating cost changes across castings, stamping, forging, and machining, and coordinating with engineering and purchasing to ensure competitive pricing.

The position requires 4–6 years in automotive cost estimation, strong analytical skills, and experience with ERP systems. Occasional travel to plant and supplier sites is expected.