Cost Engineer

Actalent

Full-time other-general
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Location
Raymond, OH, United States
Posted
July 02, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Cost EngineerJob Description
This role focuses on evaluating product designs for manufacturability and cost, developing detailed should-cost models, and supporting sourcing and negotiation activities with data-driven cost analysis. The cost engineer collaborates closely with vendors and internal engineering teams to identify value analysis and value engineering opportunities, track cost impacts from design changes, and maintain accurate cost reporting tools in an office and R&D environment.
Responsibilities

+ Evaluate product designs for manufacturability and overall cost effectiveness.

+ Develop detailed should-cost models, including piece price and investment, using aPriori and other cost modeling solutions.

+ Support RFQ (Request for Quotation) activities by preparing and reviewing supplier cost evaluations.

+ Analyze and track cost impacts resulting from design changes throughout the product lifecycle.

+ Support commerci...