We are seeking a motivated and innovative Design Engineer – Cost Down with 3-5 years of experience in mechanical and electrical design. The candidate will play a critical role in driving cost-reduction initiatives by generating and implementing creative design solutions. This role requires expertise in sheet metal design, solenoid coils, and a strong understanding of Should Costing methodologies
Job Responsibilities Conduct and facilitate idea generation workshops with cross-functional teams. Consolidate ideas into actionable projects and evaluate their feasibility. Develop and optimize designs with a focus on mechanical and electrical components, particularly sheet metal and solenoid coils. Work collaboratively with manufacturing teams to ensure design feasibility and manufacturability. Utilize Should Costing techniques to estimate product costs and identify cost-reduction opportunities. Benchmark costs against industry standards and provide design alternatives to optimize pricing. Collaborate with procurement and suppliers to validate cost estimates and negotiate better pricing Collaborate with teams across engineering, procurement, and production to implement cost-reduction projects successfully. Support prototype development, testing, and validation phases. Prepare detailed reports on cost-reduction initiatives, tracking progress and savings achieved. Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including European colleagues. Background & Skills 3-5 years in mechanical and electrical design Proficiency in sheet metal design. Knowledge of solenoid coils and related applications. Awareness of Should Costing methodologies and cost estimation techniques. Experience with design software (e.g., Autodesk Inventor or similar Danfoss – Engineering TomorrowAt Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.
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