Managr, Cost Engineering

Nissan • Farmington Hills, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Shape the Future of Mobility at Nissan: Launch Your Career, Drive Innovation We’re currently looking for a Cost Engineering Manager to join our team. Manage a highly competent team of Cost Engineers and lead all projects to completion according to the requests of senior management. Lead all cost optimization activities for minor and major model programs including the budget setting process for minor and full model programs. Coordinate the part level costing and analysis of competitor vehicle teardowns for benchmarking purposes and best in class design cost optimization. A Day in the Life: Provide absolute and fluctuation piece cost and tooling estimates for automotive components Support Engineering’s understanding of cost when developing Design Concept Sheets Support Purchasing in analyzing supplier quotes and assist in the negotiation process. Support the PDT process to ensure design cost optimization Supplier visits for benchmark purposes and quote justification. Support all cost reduction exercises including competitor vehicle teardown activities Participate in ASIP (Alliance Supplier Improvement Process) activities and line walks at Nissan plants Lead and/or Coach Staff with respect to continuous improvement projects using V-Op tools & processes Who We’re Looking for: Able to quickly analyze, compare and interpret detailed and sometimes poorly defined information and make sound and accurate conclusions. Ability to defend his/her conclusions with detailed evidence and convincing negotiation.

Requirements

• Able to quickly analyze, compare and interpret detailed and sometimes poorly defined information and make sound and accurate conclusions.
• Ability to defend his/her conclusions with detailed evidence and convincing negotiation.
• Prior cost estimation experience in all the primary vehicle systems such as: body, interior, exterior, and sheet metal. Consideration will be made for similar experiences while working in Purchasing or Engineering.
• 5+ years direct experience, which should include a minimum of 2 years in a management role coordinating the work of other employees or contractors including training, assigning work, checking the timeliness and quality of work and performance appraisals.
• BS degree required; Engineering or Finance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a highly competent team of Cost Engineers and lead all projects to completion according to the requests of senior management.
• Lead all cost optimization activities for minor and major model programs including the budget setting process for minor and full model programs.
• Coordinate the part level costing and analysis of competitor vehicle teardowns for benchmarking purposes and best in class design cost optimization.
• Provide absolute and fluctuation piece cost and tooling estimates for automotive components
• Support Engineering’s understanding of cost when developing Design Concept Sheets
• Support Purchasing in analyzing supplier quotes and assist in the negotiation process.
• Support the PDT process to ensure design cost optimization
• Supplier visits for benchmark purposes and quote justification.
• Support all cost reduction exercises including competitor vehicle teardown activities
• Participate in ASIP (Alliance Supplier Improvement Process) activities and line walks at Nissan plants
• Lead and/or Coach Staff with respect to continuous improvement projects using V-Op tools & processes

Benefits

• Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.
• Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide .
• Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.
• It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.
• People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.
• Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.
• Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.
• Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager