Cost Estimator

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Analyze and develop cost estimates and pricing recommendations for the North America NVH business. Responsibilities include calculating material, labor, overhead, tooling, and capital costs. Prepare cost analyses to determine the financial impact of engineering or design changes and support profit‑improvement initiatives across assigned accounts.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop manufacturing cost estimates including material, labor, overhead, tooling, and equipment
• Support commercial, engineering, and program finance activities
• Review bills of material and validate cost accuracy
• Collaborate with manufacturing plants and obtain sign-off
• Analyze financial impact of changes
• Interface with purchasing component quotes
• Read and interpret engineering prints
• Assist in pricing development and quote reviews
• Conduct cost studies and sensitivity analyses
• Support cost‑saving initiatives
• Partner with VA/VE and improvement teams
• Travel up to 15%

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business
• 3–5 years automotive experience
• Manufacturing/process experience preferred
• Knowledge of costing and accounting methods
• Ability to read blueprints and estimate costs
• Experience in manufacturing process development
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively across the organization.
•  Advanced computer proficiency, including SAP and Excel.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities