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Technology Cost Engineer

Country/Region:  CN
Location: 

Shanghai, SH, CN, 201814

At ZF LIFETEC, we save lives through cutting-edge technology. With over 60 years of automotive safety innovation, we blend start-up agility with corporate stability to drive meaningful impact worldwide. Operating across 51 locations in 22 countries, our global presence amplifies our mission to make roads safer and save lives.

Join us in a supportive and dynamic environment committed to safety, innovation, and reliability. As a part of our international team, your contributions spark industry-leading innovations in automotive safety. Our inclusive and diverse working environment promotes creativity, career growth, and continuous development.

Req ID 72931 | Asia Pacific Co Ltd, China, ZF Asia Pacific Automotive Safety Systems (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

  

Your Tasks:

  • Cost/tooling/investment/emission calculations (BPG/BPB/CEI/BPI) on component level
  • Cost-Down workshops at supplier (PPV improvement) and on-site validations
  • Quote and Gap analysis as well as the development of gap closure recommendations
  • Deep collaboration with Commodity Purchasing (e.g. demonstration and negotiation of Cost structures with suppliers; contribution to SAB/SDB)
  • Deep Support of PCEs (Product Cost Engineers) in component calc. (BPG/BPB/CEI/BPI) for design-to-cost, benchmarking, target achievement
  • Definition and continuous development of a group wide technology knowledge base (reference processes, cost structure, development of tools e.g., quick calculators)
  • Create and execute Trainings for technology for different stakeholders
  • Sparring Partner of Commodity Purchasing and R&D on component level

Your Profile:

  • Degree in (Industrial) Engineering science or comparable
  • Minimum 8x years of professional experience and minimum 3x years in similar roles
  • Overall understanding of technology, systems and cost structures to suggest and judge cost improvements on component level
  • Specific knowledge about Cost and Manufacturing Technologies in Steel Components, Connectivity & Switches, Plastics, Assemblies, Textiles, Leather or Toolings
  • Willingness to continuously keep knowledge at a state of the art/best practice level in combination with distinct analytical capabilities, solution oriented, accurate and self-dependent way of working
  • Supportive, ability to work in teams, strong communication skills in an international context with acceptance for traveling

 

 

Why ZF LIFETEC?

  • Innovative Impact: Shape the future of safety with life-saving technology that truly matters.
  • Dynamic Workplace: Thrive in an agile, collaborative environment where every idea counts.
  • Culture of Excellence: Be part of a team with over 60 years of high standards and groundbreaking achievements.
  • Growth & Empowerment: Advance your career with strong support for personal and professional development.

Diversity & Inclusion

At ZF LIFETEC, we are committed to building a culture where inclusiveness thrives and diversity is valued. We welcome unique perspectives and actively work to remove barriers, empowering all employees to reach their full potential. Guided by this vision, we innovate and create life-saving technology that makes a real impact on automotive safety.

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