A2MAC1

Global benchmarking platform for competitive insights

Costing Engineer - Seat, Soft Trims

Supply Chain ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeOragadam, IndiaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

More than 2 to 5 years of experience or knowledge in Product Development, Cost Engineering, Purchasing, Supplier Quality Engineering/Supplier Technical Assistance, Lean Manufacturing, or Value Engineering.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing technologies and cost drivers for seat systems, including metal stamping, tube forming, MIG/resistance/laser welding, foam molding, polyurethane processing, sewing, cutting, embroidery, leather/fabric wrapping, plastic injection molding, die casting, assembly processes, seat electronics manufacturing, and manufacturing costing.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing technologies and cost drivers for soft trim systems, including plastic injection molding, slush molding, vacuum forming/thermoforming, compression molding, blow molding, foam backing, lamination, sewing, wrapping, decorative surface technologies (IMD/IML, hydrographics, painting, chrome plating), ultrasonic welding, adhesive bonding, assembly processes, and manufacturing costing.
Experience with bill of materials cost calculation or value analysis/value engineering from the supplier chain, materials, and manufacturing processes.
English written and oral proficiency.
A bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical, electronics, industrial engineering, or a related area.
Good communication skills and teamwork ability.
Strong adaptability and flexibility, and an innovative approach.

Responsibilities

Complete and report relevant analysis reports according to customer requirements.
Research and investigate cost parameters and technical parameters.
Execute product cost calculations and provide cost optimization ideas or target costs.
Coordinate in a timely manner to solve problems and ensure normal project delivery.
Generate technical insights reports, costing calculations and reports, and design-to-cost/value analysis/value engineering ideas and reports according to assigned tasks and required quality standards.

Desired Qualifications

Overseas study experience.

Costing Engineer ( Seat , Soft Trims)

A2MAC1 · Oragadam, India · Full-time · Posted 2026-08-06

Workplace: on_site

Department: Costing & Insights OH

Description

Position Value

1.Understand latest and cost-efficient engineering solution through technical benchmark

2.Learn the engineering excellent practices from high-performance vehicle products across the world

3.Co-work with OEM or Tiers to attend in new product development phase

4.Communicate with global technical or costing experts

5.Utilize technical insights database

Responsibilities and duties

1.Complete and report relevant analysis reports according to customer requirements

2.Research and investigate cost parameters and technical parameters

3.Execute product cost calculation and provide cost optimization ideas or target cost

4.Timely coordinate to solve problems to ensure project normal delivery

KEY MEASURES & INDICATORS (main KPIs used in the role)

1.Generate technical insights report, costing calculation and report, DtC/VAVE ideas and report as per the tasks assigned by manager and according to required quality standards

Requirements

Qualifications and skills

1. More than 2 to 5 years of experience/knowledge in the following domains, with experience in Product Development, Cost Engineering, Purchasing, SQE/STA, Lean Manufacturing, or Value Engineering:

· Seat Systems: Complete Seat Assemblies, Seat Frames, Foam, Trim Covers, Headrests, Armrests, Seat Tracks, Recliners, Adjusters, Lumbar Systems, Seat Comfort Features (Heating, Ventilation, Massage), Seat Electronics.

· Soft Trim Systems: Headliner, Carpet, Luggage Trim, Package Tray, Interior Garnishes, Acoustic & NVH Components.

2. Strong knowledge of manufacturing technologies and cost drivers for the following domains:

· Seat Systems: Metal Stamping, Tube Forming, Welding (MIG/Resistance/Laser), Foam Molding, Polyurethane (PU) Processing, Sewing, Cutting, Embroidery, Leather/Fabric Wrapping, Plastic Injection Molding, Die Casting, Assembly Processes, Seat Electronics Manufacturing, Manufacturing Costing.

· Soft Trim Systems: Plastic Injection Molding, Slush Molding, Vacuum Forming (Thermoforming), Compression Molding, Blow Molding, Foam Backing, Lamination, Sewing, Wrapping, Decorative Surface Technologies (IMD/IML, Hydrographics, Painting, Chrome Plating), Ultrasonic Welding, Adhesive Bonding, Assembly Processes, Manufacturing Costing.

3.Experience on BOM cost calculation or VAVE from supplier chain, material and manufacturing process

4.English written & oral, overseas study experience is a plus

5.Bachelor or above degree in mechanical, electronics, industrial engineering or related area

6.Good communication skills and teamwork spirit

7.Strong adaptability and flexibility, innovative spirit

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About the Company

A2MAC1

Global benchmarking platform for competitive insights

A2MAC1 operates as a global benchmarking platform that provides competitive insights and innovation decoding services to a wide range of industries. It uses proprietary technology to decode product developments and innovations, delivering end-to-end benchmarking and data analysis via subscriptions and service fees. The platform helps clients move from reacting to competitors to proactively spotting opportunities and shaping future progress through actionable insights. With 25+ years of experience and a presence in 14 countries and 730+ staff, A2MAC1 differentiates itself through its mature, data-driven approach, broad industry coverage, and an integrated service model that combines technology, benchmarking, and advisory insights to keep clients ahead of the competition.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Hary, France
Founded: 1997

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