The Project Cost Engineer (PCE) specializing in Powertrain Systems leads technical cost estimation, bottom-up manufacturing analysis, and optimization activities for conventional and electrified propulsion technologies. This role bridges technical engineering design and financial tracking to establish robust variable and tooling should-cost targets. The ideal candidate possesses deep insight into powertrain component architectures, machining, assembly, and casting processes, collaborating tightly within local and general cross-functional product development teams.

Key Responsibilities

Develop detailed, activity-based should-cost models for powertrain components and sub-assemblies from engineering drawings, CAD files, and BOMs.
Estimate technical variable and tooling costs for automotive powertrain systems across multiple program development phases.
Perform bottom-up cost calculations evaluating material utilization, labor cycles, overhead, cycle times, scrap, and logistics.
Analyze and validate complex supplier cost breakdowns,



supporting technical RFQ reviews and strategic purchasing negotiations.
Evaluate critical powertrain manufacturing processes including high-pressure die casting, precision machining, forging, heat treatment, stamping, and automated assembly line configurations.
Drive design-to-cost, weight optimization, and VA/VE (Value Analysis / Value Engineering) initiatives alongside component engineering teams.
Track program costs against strict financial targets and manage multiple component optimization programs simultaneously.
Review, evaluate, and support capital investment requirements for custom tooling, machining lines, and assembly tooling investments.

Technical Scope

Cost engineering activities focused on traditional and electrified Powertrain architectures:

Engine & Core Subsystems: Cylinder blocks, cylinder heads, crankshafts, camshafts, pistons, valvetrain, and timing drive systems.
Transmission & Driveline: Gearboxes, housings, transmiss

📌 Project Cost Engineer (Ciudad de México)
🏢 Segula Technologies
📍 Ciudad de México