Costing Engineer ( Seat , Soft Trims)

Position Value

• 1.Understand latest and cost-efficient engineering solution through technical benchmark
• 2.Learn the engineering excellent practices from high-performance vehicle products across the world
• 3.Co-work with OEM or Tiers to attend in new product development phase
• 4.Communicate with global technical or costing experts
• 5.Utilize technical insights database
• Responsibilities and duties
• 1.Complete and report relevant analysis reports according to customer requirements
• 2.Research and investigate cost parameters and technical parameters
• 3.Execute product cost calculation and provide cost optimization ideas or target cost
• 4.Timely coordinate to solve problems to ensure project normal delivery
• KEY MEASURES & INDICATORS (main KPIs used in the role)
• 1.Generate technical insights report, costing calculation and report, DtC/VAVE ideas and report as per the tasks assigned by manager and according to required quality standards

Requirements

Qualifications and skills

1. More than 2 to 5 years of experience/knowledge in the following domains, with experience in Product Development, Cost Engineering, Purchasing, SQE/STA, Lean Manufacturing, or Value Engineering:

• Seat Systems: Complete Seat Assemblies, Seat Frames, Foam, Trim Covers, Headrests, Armrests, Seat Tracks, Recliners, Adjusters, Lumbar Systems, Seat Comfort Features (Heating, Ventilation, Massage), Seat Electronics.
• Soft Trim Systems: Headliner, Carpet, Luggage Trim, Package Tray, Interior Garnishes, Acoustic & NVH Components.

1. Strong knowledge of manufacturing technologies and cost drivers for the following domains:

• Seat Systems: Metal Stamping, Tube Forming, Welding (MIG/Resistance/Laser), Foam Molding, Polyurethane (PU) Processing, Sewing, Cutting, Embroidery, Leather/Fabric Wrapping, Plastic Injection Molding, Die Casting, Assembly Processes, Seat Electronics Manufacturing, Manufacturing Costing.
• Soft Trim Systems: Plastic Injection Molding, Slush Molding, Vacuum Forming (Thermoforming), Compression Molding, Blow Molding, Foam Backing, Lamination, Sewing, Wrapping, Decorative Surface Technologies (IMD/IML, Hydrographics, Painting, Chrome Plating), Ultrasonic Welding, Adhesive Bonding, Assembly Processes, Manufacturing Costing.

• 3.Experience on BOM cost calculation or VAVE from supplier chain, material and manufacturing process
• 4.English written & oral, overseas study experience is a plus
• 5.Bachelor or above degree in mechanical, electronics, industrial engineering or related area
• 6.Good communication skills and teamwork spirit
• 7.Strong adaptability and flexibility, innovative spirit