- A strong background in industrial or process engineering within a high volume manufacturing environment is preferable, but would also suit a design engineer with a good understanding of how his parts are manufactured.
- A good understanding of electrical/electronic components and powertrain parts.
- This should be ideally combined with a good understanding/experience in cost estimating, however cost estimation can be learned in the role.
- Knowledge of one or more of these processes, stamping, plastic injection, manual/auto assembly, electronics or other appropriate technologies essential, preferably automotive biased. Toolmaking knowledge/experience beneficial.
- Must be self-motivated, and able to work both within a team and individually
- Must have a flexible approach to the workload
- Strong numerical skills
- Must be capable of prioritising, multi-tasking, and working to agreed schedules
- Must be able to communicate effectively and have an aptitude for learning new techniques, methods and principles
- Must be computer literate, including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Good understanding of Nissan development schedule & activities an advantage
- Working knowledge of relevant Nissan tools/systems an advantage: DCMS & CDW/ FNFR Item List / G2B (enquiries) /NX PDM (access & retrieve SpaceVision files) /SpaceVision / SharePoint / Teams /BCAS/BRTS
PEC - CBBS, Cost Engineer - Barcelona, España - Nissan Motor
Descripción
Mission and Main Objectives
The position will be focus on Powertrain Scope.
• Cost estimation for component piece cost and vendor tooling
• Budget setting by part for full programmes & Lifecycle
• Support global GDC activities
• Support Purchasing and Design teams.
• Generation of cost reduction ideas
Main Tasks & Responsibilities
• Develop detailed cost estimates for piece cost and vendor tooling from Design concepts, component drawings or samples
• Budget setting of minor change & new vehicle programmes
• Design Change cost management via DCMS ROD process.
• Supplier Quote Analysis (Quote vs. Estimated Budget).
• Support cross-functional activities in order to ensure Budget Achievement.
Additional Tasks and responsibilities (include team management, if any)
• Gather technical & economic data from suppliers in order to develop, populate & validate cost estimating tools
• Generate cost reduction proposals
• Support Purchasing with analysis in support of supplier negotiations for cost down and cost avoidance (budget achievement)
• Support PDT activities
• Support vehicle teardown and benchmarking activities
• Promote cost awareness & ownership within the company
• Support GDC Network improvement activities
Background & Experience
.
Barcelona Barcelona Spain