Should Costing Engineer (Trims)

Position: Should Cost Engineer – Trim
Department: Cost Engineering
Industry: Automotive (Passenger Vehicle / EV)
Experience: 3–9 Years
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or equivalent
Location: Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

Job Purpose

To develop accurate should-cost models for vehicle trim components using zero-based costing (ZBC), manufacturing process analysis, benchmarking, and supplier cost validation. The role will support procurement, localization, value engineering, and target cost achievement for new vehicle programs.

Requirements:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for new automobile parts, assemblies, and vehicles
• Analyse BOM (Bill of Materials) and manufacturing processes to determine material, labour, and overhead costs
• Support RFQ / quotation preparation for customers and internal projects
• Conduct should-cost analysis for bought-out parts and vendor-supplied components
• Work with design and R&D teams during product development to achieve cost targets
• Analyse cost impact of design changes, localization, and value engineering activities
• Monitor actual vs. estimated costs and highlight variances
• Support vendor negotiations with cost breakdowns and benchmarking data
• Maintain costing databases and ensure documentation accuracy
• Participate in cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives
  
  

Preferred candidate profile

• 3-9 years of experience in costing, estimation, manufacturing, or project engineering.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and materials in Trims Interior and Exterior part
•  (Headliner, Carpet, NVH insulations, Bumper, Roof Rails, etc.) Seat costing is an added advantage
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Catia
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of cost estimation techniques and financial analysis.