Product Costing Engineering

Expiration date of the offer: 21/10/2025

Responsibilities

• Perform cost analysis of components, finished products, and projects in accordance with automotive and industry standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements.
• Develop and maintain cost calculation models (raw materials, labor, tooling, logistics, energy, depreciation, etc.).
• Evaluate product profitability and identify cost reduction opportunities in collaboration with related departments (R&D, Purchasing, Production, Quality).
• Participate in the preparation of commercial offers (RFQs) by providing accurate cost estimates for new products or technical modifications.
• Compare forecasted and actual costs
  , and conduct detailed cost variance analyses
  .
• Support project teams during the product development phase to ensure both economic and industrial feasibility.
• Continuously update cost databases and economic parameters (material prices, hourly rates, etc.).
• Work closely with Sales, Controlling, and Purchasing teams to align costing data and cost strategy.
• Develop and document manufacturing workflows, including tooling, fixtures, and equipment needs in close collaboration with the production engineering department.

• Engineering degree in Industrial Engineering
  , Mechanical Engineering
  , Industrial Finance
  , or Production Management
  .
• Proven experience in the automotive sector or in another highly structured industrial environment (preferably 5 to 10 years).
• Proven experience in manufacturing engineering, process planning, or production preparation.
• Knowledge of cost calculation methods and analytical tools (Cost Breakdown, Cost Driver Analysis, etc.).
• Good understanding of automotive manufacturing processes (plastic injection, assembly, wiring, metal processing, etc.).
• Familiar with ERP systems (Pro Alpha, etc.) and advanced Microsoft Excel tools
  .
• Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken);
  German language skills are an advantage for communication with European clients and suppliers.

We are always looking for new, motivated colleagues who can identify with our corporate philosophy and who would like to join us on the road to a successful and solid future.