Strategic Cost Engineer - Front-End Tech Costing

YER USA

Georgia

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

31 hours ago

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Job summary

VDL Industries Gainesville is seeking a Cost Engineer to translate complex technical designs into accurate cost models and influence early project decisions. You will collaborate across Engineering, Sales, and Supply Chain to ensure cost competitiveness and manufacturability.

You will evaluate make-versus-buy options, analyze BOMs, and define cost structures for complex assemblies in a high-mix, low-volume environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent and 5+ years in cost/manufacturing engineering.
Experience reading engineering drawings and GD&T.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes including machining, fabrication, and assembly.

Responsibilities

Develop detailed cost calculations for complex assemblies, machining, and fabrication processes.
Analyze technical product documentation (drawings, BOMs, specifications).
Define manufacturing routes, process flows, and cost structures.
Support make-versus-buy decisions in collaboration with Supply Chain.
Work with Engineering, Sales, and Project Management teams to align cost, quality, and manufacturability.
Evaluate capacity impact, resources, and production feasibility.
Identify cost drivers and opportunities for optimization.
Assess NRE costs, CAPEX/OPEX implications, and production scenarios.