Engineer - Systems Engineering

We're Hiring: Project Cost Engineer – Propulsion (Automotive) Join a high-impact Propulsion Cost Engineering team supporting a leading general OEM. If you bring deep expertise in manufacturing processes + cost estimation, this role puts you at the center of powertrain cost strategy.

Technical Scope

Transmissions (assembly, casting, machining, forging, grinding, mechanics)

Drivelines (axles, transfer case, assembly, machining, forging)

Internal Combustion Engines (engine block, cylinder head, oil pan, casting)

Key Responsibilities (Costing & Estimation)

Develop should-cost models for propulsion components and assemblies

Perform bottom-up cost breakdowns (BOM, materials, labor, overhead, tooling, capex)

Analyze manufacturing processes (casting, machining, forging, assembly) to estimate cost drivers

Conduct RFQ analysis & supplier quotation validation

Benchmark costs using historical data, market intelligence, and design assumptions

Identify cost reduction opportunities (VA/VE) and support design-to-cost initiatives

Evaluate make vs. buy scenarios and sourcing strategies

Support tooling cost estimation and amortization models

Track cost evolution across program phases (RFQ ? sourcing ? industrialization ? production)

Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, and suppliers to align cost targets

Perform gap analysis vs. target cost and propose recovery actions

Build and maintain cost databases and parametric models

What We're Looking For

Minimum 3 years of experience in cost engineering or technical engineering

Background in OEM or Tier 1 automotive (highly preferred)

Strong knowledge of design, manufacturing processes, and cost analysis

Experience with powertrain components is a big plus

Advanced skills in Excel / cost modeling tools

Intermediate English (professional communication required)

Location

Santa Fe (Mexico City area)

Work model

Hybrid

Time zone

Mexico

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