Senior Principal Cost Planning Engineer; Automotive
Job in
Raymond, Union County, Ohio, 43067, USA
Listed on 2026-10-15
Listing for:
Hired
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-15
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Automotive Engineering, Systems Engineer, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Raymond
- Job Title
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Senior Principal Cost Planning Engineer (Automotive) - Employment Type
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Full-Time - Location
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Raymond, OH, United States
Honda Development & Manufacturing of America is seeking a Senior Principal Cost Planning Engineer in Raymond, OH. Serving as senior technical leader, you will evaluate cost competitiveness, lead profit improvement themes, and direct cost engineering strategies for advanced automotive electrical and interior systems.
Key Responsibilities- Serve as senior technical authority evaluating part designs, manufacturing processes, and cost drivers.
- Lead cross-functional cost optimization discussions aligning Design, Cost Planning, and Purchasing.
- Exercise recommendation authority on the reasonableness of cost targets, VA/VE themes, and cost-down proposals.
- Guide cost engineers on technical analysis methods, issue breakdown, and milestone scheduling.
- Consult with global executive leadership and Honda Japan technical teams to confirm cost strategies.
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive Engineering, etc.).
- 15+ years of automotive product development, cost planning, and technical leadership experience.
- Domain expertise in electrical harnesses, BMS, infotainment, or automotive interior systems.
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate proposal feasibility, manufacturing economics, and customer value.
- High proficiency in CATIA, advanced Excel modeling, and executive consensus building.
- Executive compensation package including Manager Lease Car Program (vehicle, insurance, maintenance).
- Industry-leading medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match and supplemental contributions.
- Paid vacation, corporate holidays, and annual plant shutdown periods.
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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