Job Title: Should Costing Engineer

Experience: 6-10 Years

Location: Chennai

Job Description:
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop should-cost models for Sheet Metal, Castings, Plastics, and Machining components.
- Perform detailed cost analysis including material, labor, tooling, overhead, and process cycle time.
- Analyze BOMs, RFQs, and supplier quotations to support sourcing decisions.
- Conduct teardown and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Validate supplier cost breakdowns and support commercial negotiations.
- Prepare cost models and reports using Microsoft Excel and cost estimation tools such as aPriori.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on sourcing and manufacturing cost optimization initiatives.

Required Skills:




- Solid knowledge of should costing and manufacturing processes.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (formulas, Pivot Tables, data analysis).
- Experience with BOM analysis, ERP systems, and supplier costing.
- Knowledge of Wiring Harness and PCBA processes is an added advantage.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications:
- BE/B.Tech in Mechanical, Automotive, Production, Mechatronics, or Aeronautical Engineering.
- 6-10 years of relevant experience in manufacturing cost engineering, sourcing, or value engineering.

Work Location: In person

📌 Should Costing Engineer (Chennai)
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