Value and Cost EngineerAbout VAT GroupAt VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As the world's leading supplier of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for more than 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in , Switzerland, with manufacturing sites in Switzerland, Malaysia and Romania, as well as sales and service hubs around the world. We guided by our passions integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation - always working together as #oneVAT.Joining us means becoming part of a passionate, international team where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career growth is supported.Value and Cost EngineerValue and Cost EngineerResponsibilitiesLead cost estimation activities includingshould‑cost, cost modelling, andtop‑down/bottom‑upanalyses for engineered productsConduct detailed cost analyses andvalidatesupplier cost breakdowns and manufacturing processesSupport sourcing activities forDesign‑to‑Costprojects to ensurecost‑effectiveoutcomesIdentifyand support Value Added/Value Engineering (VA/VE) opportunities tooptimizetotal product costAnalyze tools and part costs for mechanical and electronic components andmaintaincost databasesProvide analytical input for supplier negotiations throughfact‑basedinsights and benchmarksConduct cost audits to validate accuracy, transparency, and compliance with expected cost structuresIdentify cost‑reduction opportunities and efficiency improvements at suppliersDevelop cost models to support product design early in development (Design‑to‑Cost,DfM,DfSC)Collaborate withcross‑functionalteams (Engineering, Procurement, ) to gather data and assess risksProvide regular reporting on cost saving initiatives and support centraldecision‑making(target costing, benchmarking,make‑or‑buyanalysis, budgeting)QualificationsTechnical background in mechanics, mechanical engineering, production engineering, or similarDegree in Mechanical Engineering HF/FH or equivalentOver 5 years of experience in cost engineering, development, value engineering, or strategic procurementDemonstratedexperience with cost modelling and supplier cost analysisExperience working in complex global organizational environmentsBackground in machinery, vacuum technology orsemiconductor‑relatedproduction is beneficialExperience coordinatingcross‑functionalorcategory‑focusedteamsSolid project management experienceStrong skills in Microsoft Excel;PowerBIisan advantageStrong analytical andproblem‑solvingmindsetExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to influence outcomes throughexpertise(without direct authority)Ability to manage multiple prioritiesStrongrisk‑basedanalytical approachEffective collaboration and stakeholder managementFluent in English; good is preferred (or alternative profile: strong + B1 English)Suisse 9469 Seelistrasse 1 jid6dbaa31ob jit1041ob jiy26ob #J-18808-Ljbffr
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