Senior Cost Engineer

**Senior Cost Engineer - Automotive (Toluca)**:
At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries.Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

** Your role**:
As a Cost Engineering Analyst, you will play a crucial role in our automotive financial planning team, providing critical cost insights that drive strategic decisions throughout the vehicle development lifecycle. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cost targets are met while maintaining product quality and performance standards. In this role you will play a key role in:

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Component Cost Analysis**:Estimate piece costs for various vehicle components (BIW, head lamps, ECUs, interior trims, etc.). Analyze supplier quotes against estimated budgets to identify variances. Evaluate vendor tooling costs and fluctuations to support accurate financial planning
- **Cost Optimization & Benchmarking**:Conduct vehicle teardown and benchmarking activities to identify cost improvement opportunities. Generate cost reduction proposals based on technical and commercial analysis. Support supplier negotiations with data-driven insights and alternative solutions.
- **Cross-functional Collaboration**:Support global Product Engineering Cost (PEC) activities across multiple teams. Work closely with engineering, procurement, and manufacturing departments. Promote cost awareness throughout the organization through effective communication.
- **Financial Planning & Reporting**:Track and validate actual component costs against targets. Report on cost KPIs and ensure alignment with financial objectives. Contribute to budget planning processes for new vehicle programs.

** Your profile**:

- Good conversational **English**skills (B2, C1, C2)
- **Industrial or process engineering**background preferred, with understanding of manufacturing technologies (die casting, machining, etc.) and toolmaking experience beneficial.
- Strong** numerical and analytical**skills with the ability to interpret **complex cost data**and develop actionable insights for decision-making.
- Advanced skills in **Excel**and** data analysis tools**, with the ability to create detailed cost models and scenarios.
- Understanding of **automotive components, manufacturing processes, and supplier landscape** to effectively evaluate costs and identify opportunities.
- Excellent verbal and written **communication**abilities. Demonstrated ability to work effectively across functional boundaries, build relationships with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to global cost engineering initiatives.

** What you will love about working here**:

- Empowered Careers with Purpose: Work on meaningful projects that use technology to solve real-world challenges. Be part of a company that values sustainability, inclusion, and digital equity. Contribute to building a better future for people, planet, and society.
- Growth and Learning at Every Step: Access continuous learning through internal academies, certifications, and mentorship. Explore career mobility across roles, industries, and geographies. Be part of a “school of excellence” where your skills resonate beyond the company
- Own your growth: Open access to digital learning platforms. Digital campuses on AI, Cloud, Data or Sustainability. Award winning career acceleration programs

** Need to know**:

- Work modality: hybrid
- Flexible Schedules: We support flexible working hours to accommodate different lifestyles, time zones, and family responsibilities.
- Benefits: Training, certifications, and mentorship programs
- Community Engagement: Participate in local volunteering initiatives, tech meetups, and cultural events that connect you with the Capgemini community.

** About Capgemini**:
Capgemini is a global leader in partnering with companies to transform and manage their business by harnessing the power of technology. The Group is guided everyday by its purpose of unleashing human energy through technology for an inclusive and sustainable future. It is a responsible and diverse organization of over 300,000 team members in nearly 50 countries. With its strong 50-year heritage and deep industry expertise, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to address the entire breadth of their business needs, from strategy and design to operations, fueled by the fast evolving and innovative world of cloud, data, AI, connectivity, software, digital engineering, and platforms.

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