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We partner with OEMs and suppliers across the mobility space, as well as clients in non-mobility industries, to deliver innovative solutions and accelerate product development. \nAt Goken, we embrace our motto of “Time to Innovate” by pushing boundaries, cultivating entrepreneurial thinking, and empowering individuals who thrive on tackling challenges, embrace fresh ideas, and are driven to create solutions that shape the future. This mindset fuels our mission and empowers our teams to solve complex problems, deliver measurable value, and move our clients and industries forward.\nOur Vision is to empower associates to drive innovation and lead meaningful change wherever it’s needed, ensuring we stay ahead of the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow. 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We also foster a culture built on high performance, collaboration, continuous improvement, and ongoing professional development.\nSummary: \nWe are looking for a Should Cost Engineer with 4-8 years of experience in the automotive, heavy earthmoving and road construction, agricultural machinery, aerospace, or semiconductor industries.\nResponsibilities:\nPerform Should Cost Analysis and cost engineering activities for components and assemblies.\nApply Activity-Based Costing (ABC) fundamentals to develop accurate cost models.\nAnalyze manufacturing processes and cost standards for various components.\nDevelop cost models for sheet metal fabrication, welding, machining, casting, forging, plastic injection molding, rubber components, wiring harnesses, and other related parts.\nConduct supplier negotiations and support cost settlements by bridging the gap between Should Cost estimates and supplier quotations.\nDevelop and maintain cost models and perform cost calculations using Microsoft Excel.\nWork effectively in a highly complex work environment while maintaining good presentation and communication skills.\nSupport Should Costing activities for US and European clients.\nQualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Engineering.\n4-8 years of relevant experience as a Should Cost Analyst or Cost Engineer in the automotive, heavy earthmoving and road construction, agricultural machinery, aerospace, or semiconductor industries.\nStrong understanding of Activity-Based Costing (ABC) fundamentals.\nSound knowledge of manufacturing processes and costing methods for various components.\nHands-on experience in supplier negotiations and cost settlements.\nProficiency in Microsoft Excel-based cost modeling and calculations.\nWillingness to adapt to manufacturing processes and quality standards.\nGoken is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and engaging workplace across all global locations. 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