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Powertrain Cost Engineer (Transmission & Driveline) develops direct material costs and tooling investments for Powertrain system specific components using activity-based costing methodology while working from bill of materials, drawings and/or samples. Cost Engineer responsibilities will include utilizing Stellantis component cost methodologies and processes to develop, analyze, and provide guidance for cost convergence to internal stakeholders. The Powertrain system Cost Engineer will assist the global teams with technical cost evaluations to estimate component costs for projects in advanced through serial life cycle phases.

An ability to be agile, curious, and an engaging cross functional teammate is required to support cost evaluation activities within a global organization.

Key Deliverables

• Development of component costs for new programs (“cost engineering estimate” at initial concept; “should cost calculation” through bottom-up approach for new & modified purchased components based on the ‘how it’s made’ manufacturing process)
• Provide Engineering support during vehicle development phase for target achievement (Design to Cost)
• Development of tooling costs for new programs
• Provide purchasing support during supplier negotiations through gap analysis of supplier’s price breakdown detail
• Support of the Global Cost Initiative and Worldwide Component Cost comparisons/studies
• Support of Benchmarking and Value Optimization (VO) activities including support of serial life should cost requests
  
  

Key Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To

• Research relevant market trends, industrial standards, and innovations
• Identify potential cost optimization opportunities and support company technical cost reduction activities. This may include periodic Supplier visits to maintain & improve internal know-how of manufacturing processes & best practices
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or related scientific field
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the Auto industry
• Ability to read drawings and make manufacturing and financial assumptions
• Excellent communication skills and ability to create high quality presentation materials and reports for presentation to management levels
• Must demonstrate a high level of organization and ability to track a high number of part numbers and part complexity
• Proficient in MS Office suite of tools including PowerPoint, Excel and Word
• Ability to interface with all levels of the enterprise, across multiple organizations and regions
• Basic knowledge related to manufacturing processes (Turning, Milling, Welding, Assembly, etc.,)
• Ability to use financial numbers (CAPEX, interest rates, etc.,) and apply them to part manufacturing.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years of cost estimating experience in the manufacturing industry.
• Working knowledge of component development and the steps required to deliver a solution
• Familiarity with Cost Model elements and how to apply Activity Based Costing to component cost development
• High level of knowledge related to manufacturing processes (Turning, Milling, Welding, Assembly, etc.,)
  
  

Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We Help You Plan For The Future With

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
  
  

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
  
  

And so much more!

When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

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