Senior Cost Engineer

Senior Cost EngineerAs a Senior Cost Engineer, you will support the Vehicle Program team by taking ownership of the Vehicle BOM cost and investments. You'll partner with Engineering to ensure parts are designed with cost in mind while considering program volumes. You will be working with engineering experts in several areas such as drivetrain, trim & lighting, body & closures, EE, thermal, geometric integration, chassis, vehicle attributes and homologation. You will be an integral link to successfully developing and delivering a high-quality product to market.In this role, you will:Own and lead the execution of cost estimating and modeling processes within Vehicle DevelopmentLead the development and maintenance of the Vehicle Development cost database to enable effective cost estimation throughout every phase of developmentDevelop detailed cost estimates for vehicle components and systemsCreate detailed should-cost models for vehicle components, providing data-driven insights for key decisionsServe as the SME in value engineering and should cost modeling, identifying cost reduction strategies and value capture opportunitiesCollaborate with design teams to optimize component costsQualificationsBS or MS in Engineering10+ years in Business Operations, Finance, Cost Engineering or Supply ChainProven analytical and quantitative skillsAutomotive OEM experience and knowledge of vehicle systems and componentsExcellent communication and collaboration abilitiesProficiency in Google Sheets and cost analysis toolsBonus QualificationsMBA or MS in Finance$187,000 - $225,000 a year Base Salary Range There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position. Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.