Cost Engineer - Body Exterior Components

Stellantis
parental leave, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Auburn Hills
Feb 12, 2026
CTPC Cost Engineer (CEB - EXT) develops direct material costs and tooling investments for vehicle Fascia, Exterior trims and plastic parts components using activity-based costing methodology while working from bill of materials, drawings and/or samples. Cost Engineer responsibilities will include use of Stellantis component cost methodologies and processes to develop, analyze, and provide guidance for cost convergence to internal stakeholders. The (CEB - EXT) Cost Engineer will assist the worldwide teams with technical cost evaluation services to estimate component costs for projects in advanced through serial life cycle phases. An ability to be agile, curious, and an engaging cross functional teammate is required to support cost evaluation activities within a global organization. Key deliverables: Development of component costs for new programs ("cost engineering estimate" at initial concept; "should cost calculation" through bottom-up approach for new & modified purchased components based on the 'how it's made' manufacturing process) Provide Engineering support during vehicle development phase for target achievement (Design to Cost) Development of tooling costs for new programs Provide purchasing support during supplier negotiations through gap analysis of supplier's price breakdown detail Provide Engineering with support during the vehicle development phase for target achievement (Design to Cost) Support of the Global Cost Initiative and World Wide Component Cost comparisons/studies. Support of Benchmarking and Value Optimization (VO) activities including support of serial life should cost requests The Cost Engineer works closely with Engineering, Buyer, other CTPC functions, Finance and supplier representatives For this role within Cost Engineering /Body - Exterior Components (CEB-EXT), the Cost Engineer should have good background knowledge of plastic injection and painting process, toolmaker knowledge Key responsibilities include but not limited to: Research relevant market trends, industrial standards, and innovations Perform Competitive Benchmarking and suggest value optimization ideas to programs to ensure the competitiveness of Stellantis solutions Identify potential cost optimization opportunities and support company technical cost reduction activities. This may include periodic Supplier visits to maintain & improve internal know-how of manufacturing processes & best practices Provide global component cost comparison analysis by working within the Cost Engineering community Basic Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or related scientific field A minimum of 5 years of experience in the Auto industry Excellent communication skills and ability to create high quality presentation materials and reports for presentation to management levels Must demonstrate a high level of organization and ability to track a high number of part numbers and part complexity Proficient in MS Office suite of tools including PowerPoint, Excel and Word Ability to interface with all levels of the enterprise, across multiple organizations and regions Basic component knowledge Preferred Qualifications: Master of science degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering preferred. Working knowledge of component development and the steps required to deliver a solution Familiarity with Cost Model elements and how to apply Activity Based Costing to component cost development Experience with cost engineering on plastics components. Salaried Employee Benefits (US, Non-Represented) Health & Wellbeing Comprehensive coverages encompassing the Physical, Mental, Emotional, and overall Wellbeing of our employees, including short- and long-term disability. Compensation, Savings, and Retirement Annual Incentive Plan (SAIP), 401k with Employer Match & Contribution (max 8%), SoFi Student Loan Refinancing. Time Away from Work Paid time includes company holidays, vacation, and Float/Wellbeing Days. Family Benefits 12 Weeks paid Parental Leave, Domestic Partner Benefits, Family Building Benefit, Marketplace, Life/Disability and other Insurances. Professional Growth Annual training, tuition reimbursement and discounts, Business Resource & Intra-professional Groups. Company Car & More Comprehensive Company Car Program and Vehicle Discounts. Vehicle discounts include family and friends.