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Expert Cost Engineer

Expert Cost EngineerFull-timeLegal Entity: Robert Bosch Kft.Company DescriptionAt Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our promise to our associates is rock-solid: We grow together, we enjoy our work, and we inspire each other. Welcome to Bosch.Job DescriptionAs anExpert Cost Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping competitive, sustainable, and profitable automotive products. By analyzing product costs, manufacturing technologies, and carbon footprint impacts, you will support engineering, purchasing, and business teams with data-driven insights that influence product development, sourcing strategies, and cost optimization initiatives.Your tasks:► Performing detailed cost analyses of components, tooling and manufacturing processes across various technologies and material groups► Identifying and evaluating cost-saving opportunities through design improvements, material selection and manufacturing optimization► Supporting Design-to-Cost (D2C) activities by providing value-based engineering recommendations throughout the product development lifecycle► Managing Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) calculations and identifying opportunities to improve product sustainability and reduce CO₂ emissions► Supporting the generation and evaluation of RPP initiatives in cooperation with engineering, manufacturing and purchasing teams► Providing technical cost breakdowns and manufacturing expertise to support sourcing activities and supplier negotiations► Performing should-cost analyses, competitor benchmarking and sales price evaluations to improve cost transparency and competitiveness► Contributing to the continuous development of cost engineering methodologies, tools and knowledge sharing across the organizationQualifications► University degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related technical field► Several years of experience in Cost Engineering, Product Cost Management, Manufacturing Engineering or a similar technical role► Strong understanding of manufacturing technologies, production processes and material cost structures► Experience with Design-to-Cost methodologies and value engineering principles► Knowledge of product cost calculations, should-cost analysis and cost optimization techniques► Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills► Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in an international environment► Fluent English language skills (written and spoken)What gives you further advantages:► Experience in the automotive industry► Knowledge of Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) calculations or sustainability-related topics► Experience supporting sourcing activities and supplier negotiations► German language skillsAdditional InformationGet to know our #LikeABosch benefits.We would like to help youGROW, so we offer you:Financial security & recognition:We review and increase your competitive base salary annually, offer performance-, loyalty-, and referral bonus.Trainings and professional development:We believe in a Life-Long Learning approach, so you can take advantage of several technical and soft skill trainings and language courses.Career development: We have a wide range of programs to choose from, even if its leadership, expert or project development you are aiming for. We also offer mentoring and coaching opportunities, we have PhD program and we offer international assignment possibilities.We would like you to ENJOYthe benefits of balancing your life and your work, so we pay attention to:Your work life-balance:You can work from our activity basedofficesdesigned for creativity and efficiencyor from homewhile enjoyingflexible working hours. We offer childcare possibilities andsabbaticaloption.Your health and well-being:We provide free professional consultants for any personal, legal, financial or health related issues. You can benefit from our developingonsite medical centerand organizedregular health checkups.We also offer youseveral perks and benefits:You can use your annualcafeteriaallowance flexibly forfamily support(e.g. tax-free kindergarten and nursery allowances),health care,mobility(car sharing services) andrecreation. You can enjoy ouronsite canteen, wesupport when you work from home and if you live far, we cover yourcommute costs. We also appreciate yourloyaltywith jubilee gift and extra jubileeholiday.You could joinanINSPIRINGcommunity worth to belong:We are true toour values:We are committed tosustainability, we value that everyone is different and thatdiversitymakes us truly successful. We also takesocial responsibilityseriously and regularly organize charity actions, blood donations and support worthy causes.Team building activities andcommunity eventsare also part of our everydays. We like to come together for a good summer party or family day.Are you ready to work#LikeABosch?Please apply with your English CV!If you have any questions regarding the position or the application process, we encourage you to first visit our FAQ section[HERE], where you may already find the answer you're looking for. 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