Cost Engineer

Da Vinci Engineering

Develop, maintain, and continuously improve cost models for fuel cell systems and components (stack, balance of plant, peripherals)
Perform cost analyses across the full product lifecycle (prototype, pre-series, series production)
Perform cost analyses across the full product lifecycle (prototype, pre-series, series production)
Work closely with R&D, purchasing, production, and suppliers
Create should-cost analyses, BOM evaluations, and cost scenarios (e.g. volume ramps, technology roadmaps)
Support business cases, pricing strategies, and investment decisions
Assess cost implications of new technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes
Establish transparent cost structures, KPIs, and reporting for management and investors

University degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a comparable field
Several years of experience in cost engineering, ideally in one of the following areas:
- Fuel cells, hydrogen technologies, batteries, e-mobility, or energy systems
Strong understanding of:
- Manufacturing processes (e.g. assembly, plastics, metal processing, automation)
- Bills of materials, manufacturing cost structures, CAPEX/OPEX
Experience with design-to-cost approaches and industrialization projects
Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP/PLM systems is a plus
Analytical, structured mindset combined with entrepreneurial thinking
Very good English skills