Seating Cost Engineer-Automotive seating engineering at PDDN INC.

Farmington Hills, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cost estimation, Cost modeling, Automotive seating engineering, Steel stamping, Steel welding, Plastic injection molding, Foam manufacturing, Seating trim, Cost benchmarking, Manufacturing processes, Supplier management, Cost analysis, CAD tools, Costimator, aPriori, Technical assessment

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Job Description Role: Seating Cost Engineer Location: Farmington Hills, Michigan Job Type: Contract Interview: Phone/Skype Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Seating Cost Engineer to support OEM programs across various commodities including Steel Stamping, Steel Welding, Plastic Injection, Foam Manufacturing, and Seating Trim (PVC, PU, Leather). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in seating engineering and manufacturing processes, with a focus on cost estimation, analysis, and optimization. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and validate cost models for seating components and systems across multiple manufacturing processes. • Analyze supplier quotes and manufacturing data to ensure cost competitiveness and accuracy. • Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, and supplier teams to identify cost-saving opportunities. • Support sourcing decisions with detailed cost breakdowns and technical assessments. • Lead cost benchmarking activities for seating commodities including: o Steel Stamping & Welding o Plastic Injection Molding o Foam Manufacturing o Seating Trim Materials (PVC, PU, Leather) • Evaluate design changes and their impact on cost and manufacturability. • Prepare and present cost reports and recommendations to internal stakeholders and OEM teams. What are the Mandatory skills and skill proficiencies required for this position • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field. • 5+ years of experience in automotive seating engineering or cost estimation. • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and materials used in seating systems. • Proficiency in cost modeling tools and techniques. • Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills. • Experience working with OEM What are the Optional skills and skill proficiencies for this position • Familiarity with global supplier base and cost structures. • Knowledge of CAD tools and engineering drawings. • Experience with cost engineering software (e.g., Costimator, aPriori). Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Responsibilities

The Seating Cost Engineer will develop and validate cost models for various seating components while collaborating with engineering and purchasing teams to identify cost-saving opportunities. They will also lead benchmarking activities and present detailed cost reports to internal stakeholders and OEM teams.