Value Engineering Project Engineer III: Cost Optimization

Techtronic Cordless GP- TTIPE; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

401(k)

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Techtronic Cordless GP- TT IPE is seeking a Project Engineer III for Value Engineering to lead cross-functional VE initiatives aimed at cost reduction while preserving performance and user value. The role works with global engineering, sourcing, quality, manufacturing and product management teams to drive VE strategy and execution.

Key responsibilities include leading VE projects, executing teardowns and cost modeling, and coordinating with suppliers to implement design improvements across

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering is required.
• 4+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience managing product development or VE projects.
• Strong understanding of electromechanical systems and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects to aggressive schedules.
• Experience with DFMA, cost modeling, and root-cause analysis.
• Experience with global suppliers and overseas manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with CAD tools and simulation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple Value Engineering projects from concept through implementation.
• Drive teardowns, benchmarking, cost modeling and identification of opportunities.
• Develop and execute project plans, schedules, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Lead technical tradeoff discussions focused on cost, performance, and schedule.
• Interface with global suppliers to develop cost-effective design solutions.
• Validate alternative materials, components, and supplier proposals.
• Coordinate qualification testing to ensure safety, durability, and performance requirements.
• Track project progress and report savings, risks, and timelines to leadership.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Finance and Product Management for successful implementation.
• Support production and continuous improvement across global locations.

Skills

DFMA

Cost modeling

Root cause analysis

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Simulation techniques

Job description

Techtronic Cordless GP- TT IPE is seeking a Project Engineer III for Value Engineering to lead cross-functional VE initiatives aimed at cost reduction while preserving performance and user value. The role works with global engineering, sourcing, quality, manufacturing and product management teams to drive VE strategy and execution.

Key responsibilities include leading VE projects, executing teardowns and cost modeling, and coordinating with suppliers to implement design improvements across