Cost Engineer Electrical

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Electrical Job ID:

2016186

Career Area:

Finance Position Type:

Salaried Location:

Headquarters & Technology Center - Auburn Hills 48326 ,

US Date Posted:

April 30, 2026

Brand:

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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 Provide Engineering with support during the vehicle development phase for target achievement (Design to Cost) 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 The CE works closely with Engineering, Buyer, other CTPC functions, Finance and supplier representatives For Cost Engineer - Infotainment & Hardware Design, the CE should have understanding of global domain of infotainment and HPC (High Process Computer) (SoC/SiP, memories, SW capability, WiFi/BT, SGW, up-integration) The Cost Engineer will assist the worldwide teams with technical services to estimate component prices for the new technologies.

The mission:

Contribute to the Strategic Up Integration Vision for Stellantis's ECUs Provide Long-term techno-economical guidance and direction for individuals and projects products Stay one step ahead of the product development, challenge and set contacts with components Key responsibilities include but not limited to: Research relevant market trends, industrial standards, and innovations Perform Competitive Benchmarking and suggest value optimization ideas to programs to ensure the competitiveness of Stellantis solutions 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 Provide global component cost comparison analysis by working within the Cost Engineering Community Research relevant market trends, industrial standards, and innovations Build and maintain techno-economical competences for infotainment and HPC/Radio/Infotainment technologies Build and maintain HPC/Radio/Infotainment model plant specificities Evaluate and negotiate the ED&D with suppliers Work with Suppliers and solutions providers to influence and align their future roadmap with Stellantis to ensure the competitiveness of

Stellantis Solution Qualifications Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering or related scientific field. A minimum of 5 years of experience in the Auto industry 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 component knowledge

Preferred Qualifications:

Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related scientific field 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 Experience in production facilities along with knowledge of how electronic parts are made Working knowledge of software 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 Benefits Salaried Employee Benefits (US, Non-Represented) Health & Wellbeing Comprehensive coverages encompassing the Physical, Mental, Emotional, and overall Wellbeing of our employees, including short- and long-term disability. Compensation, Savings, and Retirement Annual Incentive Plan (SAIP), 401k with Employer Match & Contribution (max 8%), SoFi Student Loan Refinancing. Time Away from Work Paid time includes company holidays, vacation, and Float/Wellbeing Days. Family Benefits 12 Weeks paid Parental Leave, Domestic Partner Benefits, Family Building Benefit, Marketplace, Life/Disability and other Insurances. Professional Growth Annual training, tuition reimbursement and discounts, Business Resource & Intra-professional Groups. Company Car & More Comprehensive Company Car Program and Vehicle Discounts. Vehicle discounts include family and friends. EOE/Disability/Veteran 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. Our benefits reflects the

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