Restraint Value Optimization Engineer

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Value Optimization Engineer to drive cost efficiency and technical excellence across our automotive systems. In this role, you will act as a bridge between engineering and finance, utilizing benchmarking and value engineering to optimize components without sacrificing quality or performance.

• Cost Reduction & Strategy:
  Identify and champion cost-saving opportunities across various vehicle systems and components.
• Benchmarking & Analysis:
  Lead teardown analyses and competitive studies to understand industry trends and competitor cost structures.
• Idea Generation:
  Facilitate value optimization workshops with internal engineering teams and external suppliers to brainstorm high-impact savings.
• Design-to-Cost (DTC):
  Support standardization and DTC activities to ensure cost targets are integrated early in the design phase.
• Project Reporting:
  Present detailed subsystem-level optimization results and project status updates to stakeholders.
• Systems Management:
  Maintain and manage critical engineering tools and databases, including eVOS, MCM, and benchmarking repositories.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, or a related Engineering field.
• Experience:
  
  3+ years in automotive engineering, cost engineering, benchmarking, or value optimization.
• Technical Knowledge:
  Strong foundational understanding of vehicle systems, modern manufacturing processes, and materials science.
• Core Competencies:
  
  Excellent analytical skills, proactive problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills for global team collaboration.
• Preferred Tools:
  Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools such as A2
  
  MAC1, eVOS, or MCM.
• Industry Context:
  Previous experience working directly with OEMs or Tier 1 automotive suppliers and a solid grasp of teardown methodologies.