Senior Cost Engineer: Automotive Cost Optimization Leader

General Motors Company; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors Company in the United States is seeking a Senior Cost Engineer to lead ground-up cost estimates for components and tooling, collaborating across engineering, purchasing, and program teams. The role emphasizes data-driven cost strategies and mentoring junior cost engineers.

You will develop and maintain cost models, support complex negotiations, and drive continuous improvements in cost analytics and reporting tools, with occasional domestic travel.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years automotive cost estimating experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or related field; MBA a plus.
• Experience leading cross-functional cost initiatives or projects.
• Strong MS Excel and cost modeling skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze large data across programs and translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Partner with GPSC purchasing; prepare analytic fact bases for negotiations and sourcing decisions.
• Lead cross-functional cost forums and cost reviews with Engineering, GPSC, PD Finance, and Program teams.
• Develop and continuously improve core cost models, standards, and analytic tools.

Skills

Cost estimation

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Engineering

MBA is a plus

Tools

GMCO$T

VisMockup

FTI

MS Excel

Job description

General Motors Company in the United States is seeking a Senior Cost Engineer to lead ground-up cost estimates for components and tooling, collaborating across engineering, purchasing, and program teams. The role emphasizes data-driven cost strategies and mentoring junior cost engineers.

You will develop and maintain cost models, support complex negotiations, and drive continuous improvements in cost analytics and reporting tools, with occasional domestic travel.