Job Description

Lead and manage CDE (cost down engine) team, in charge of preliminary validation and research of cost saving ideas and solution. 

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the CDE team, developing and executing cost reduction strategies and plans
• Lead team member study on technical topic and product develop, to identify opportunities for cost saving.
• Lead team conduct preliminary validation and research of cost saving ideas to ensure their feasibility and effectiveness.
• Driving cost down ideas through the organization, and cooperated with cross functions (Procurement, Quality, Production, global R&D).
• Establish team resource needs, monitor schedules and key performance, to ensure achievement of cost reduction goals.
• Supporting communication internally and externally with manufactory and supplier.

Background & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Mechanical, Compressor, etc.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in product development or engineering. With experience in cost down is preferred.
• Good leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide team members.
• Effective communication and coordination skills, capable of working in a matrix organization & complex environment.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills, familiar with quality tools such as 8D, FTA, 6-Sigma.
• Strong result and business-oriented mindset. Leading for the change.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Experience in compressor products, supply-chain management and manufacture process is preferred.

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

Bonus systemPaid vacationFlexible working hoursPossibility to work remotelyPension planPersonal insuranceCommunication packageOpportunity to join Employee Resource GroupsState of the art virtual work environmentEmployee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At 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.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.