Staff Cost Engineer

The role

This person will perform comprehensive cost analysis and management for electromechanical products throughout their lifecycle. They will develop cost engineering processes and optimize product costs for new and existing systems.

What you will do

• Develop detailed cost estimates for electromechanical product designs.
• Utilize PLM and CAD programs to analyze design specifications, BOMs, and manufacturing processes.
• Design, develop, and implement standardized cost engineering processes and methodologies.
• Partner with Finance to create and maintain cost estimation templates, tools, and databases.
• Establish best practices for cost data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Support data-driven make v. buy decisions.

Required qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a cost engineering role
• Deep understanding of cost engineering principles and methodologies specific to electromechanical systems
• Proven ability to design, implement, and improve cost engineering processes
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes for both mechanical and electronic components
• Strong ability to analyze complex data, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions
• Demonstrated understanding of financial principles and cost management techniques
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Stock options
• 100% medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees
• 80% healthcare premiums for dependents
• At least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents
• Up to 20 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents
• Generous vacation policies
• Relocation assistance

About the company

Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. They develop multi-day energy storage technology to keep the electric grid secure and reliable.