Cost Reduction Engineer

Our client, a leading manufacturing organization specializing in thermal and electromechanical products, is seeking a Cost Reduction Engineer to join their team. As a Cost Reduction Engineer, you will be part of the Engineering Department supporting cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a proactive mindset, and excellent collaboration abilities, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Cost Reduction Engineer

Location: York, Pennsylvania

Pay Range: $80,000 - $115,000

What's the Job?

• Identify, develop, and implement material, labor, and warranty cost reduction initiatives across product lines without compromising safety, performance, durability, or compliance.
• Drive measurable savings through value engineering, design-to-cost, supplier collaboration, and manufacturing process improvements.
• Build and manage a pipeline of cost-reduction projects from ideation through analysis, implementation, and sustainment.
• Reduce warranty exposure by eliminating failure modes with design, process, and supplier corrective actions.
• Improve manufacturability and assembly efficiency using Lean, Kaizen, and Toyota Production System principles.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical) or equivalent experience with demonstrated technical depth.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in HVAC or related thermal systems.
• Experience with components/processes such as heat exchangers, sheet metal fabrication, electrical panel layout, and harness routing.
• Ability to perform cost analysis and translate findings into actionable engineering changes.
• Strong CAD capability with proficiency in Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, or Vault.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to lead impactful cost-saving initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
• Engage in hands-on analysis, design, and supplier engagement to achieve measurable results.
• Work in a supportive environment that values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth.
• Contribute to projects that enhance product quality, safety, and efficiency.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

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