The Manufacturing Cost & Process Analyst role analyzes for manufactured components and systems using a structured, activity-based approach. This role works directly with bills of materials, process flows, tooling concepts, capacity data, and physical or digital samples to understand how parts are produced and to estimate associated material, labor, overhead, and capital costs.
In this position, you will use established manufacturing and industrial engineering methods to analyze costs, provide guidance to internal stakeholders, and support cost optimization and convergence activities. You will collaborate with global manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, finance, and supplier teams to ensure competitive, transparent, and sustainable manufacturing cost structures from early concept through serial production.
Multiple roles may be fulfilled within this job posting across manufacturing domains such as Body, Interior, Chassis, Powertrain, General Assembly, and Advanced Manufacturing. Position fulfillment will utilize applicant background and experience aligned with internal manufacturing needs. Success in this role requires curiosity, analytical rigor, and a collaborative mindset within a fast-paced, global manufacturing environment.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field
Minimum of 8 years of experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, cost engineering, or related industries
Strong English verbal and written communication skills to support cross-functional collaboration
Ability to manage multiple parts, processes, or programs with varying levels of complexity
Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
Ability to work effectively across multiple levels of the organization, functions, and global regions
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with manufacturing process modeling and activity-based costing methodologiesExperience in
one or more of the following areas: manufacturing engineering, process planning, tooling development, or operations
Knowledge of high-volume automotive or industrial manufacturing environments
Experience supporting supplier cost analysis or production sourcing decisions
Exposure to lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or value engineering principles