Sourcing & Should cost Engineer

Job description

3221513
Additional Cities

Queretaro
Career Level

Experienced
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Power
Business Segment

Power Gas Power Systems
Function

Engineering/Technology
Country/Territory

Mexico
Postal Code

76146
Role Summary/Purpose

Provide costing models for various Gas Engines sub-systems, parts, components and projects using Should Costing and Value Engineering techniques. Support the engineering, product line and sourcing team to enable deflation or cost-avoidance.
Essential Responsibilities

i. Develop cost-models, costing reports and cost targets on various Gas Engines components and systems
ii. Conduct value analysis and identify cost reduction opportunity on major cost drivers, specific systems and components utilizing 2D\\3D costing tools
iii. Interacting with sourcing team and product-cost leaders to enable cost-reduction through supplier negotiation support
iv. Interacting with the design teams to study the inputs provided and for should cost support, and facilitating design to cost concept decisions and cost roll ups during NPI phase
v. Understanding manufacturing process plans (MPP) internally and at supplier, study and training on processes and technical requirements.
vi. Arriving at the cost estimates by supplier contacts & data collection and establishing cost templates
vii. Global - Region based cost support for sourcing teams
Qualifications/Requirements

i. Degree in Engineering or equivalent from an accredited university or college
ii. Minimum of 2 years related industry experience in cost estimation and value engineering.
iii. Legal permit to work in Mexico. GE & Distributed Power will not sponsor individuals for legal permits or visas.
Desired Characteristics

i. 2 years of experience in Gas Engines packaging systems or similar equipment preferred
ii. Experience in costing of electrical and electronics components like sensors, wiring-harness, control components like solenoid-valves etc.
iii. Certified\\Associate Value Engineer is preferred
iv. Familiarity with cost estimating tools and templates such as DFMA, aPriori & knowledge of VPE and process routes in costing tools
v. Experience with design and other modeling tools
vi. Knowledge of mechanical / electrical design, manufacturing / assembly processes, sourcing support
vii. Knowledge of manufacturing methods, assembly, testing and quality methods, procedures, systems and requirements
viii. Strong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems.
ix. Solid oral and written communication skills
x. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
xi. Good communication skills and able to work within a team environment. Must have the ability to work in a fast paced, multi-task environment
About Us

GE (NYSE:GE) drives the world forward by tackling its biggest challenges. By combining world-class engineering with software and analytics, GE helps the world work more efficiently, reliably, and safely. GE people are global, diverse and dedicated, operating with the highest integrity and passion to fulfill GE’s mission and deliver for our customers. www.ge.com
Primary Country

Mexico
Primary State/Province

Queretaro
Primary City

Queretaro