Job Description Summary

The Lead engineer - Cost Out is responsible for driving strategic cost reduction initiatives across the Hosur site (ITR and PTR Products) while maintaining or improving safety, quality, and delivery. This role combines Technical and analytical expertise, project management, and cross-functional leadership to identify, prioritize, and execute cost optimization opportunities.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive cost reduction projects aligned with business objectives

• Identify and prioritize cost-out opportunities – VAVE , FPC, Packing , Transport and Logistics

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to implement cost reduction projects from concept through execution

• Conduct deep-dive analyses of cost structures and spend patterns in the value streams

• Benchmark costs against industry standards and best practices

• Utilize data analytics and financial modeling to identify optimization opportunities

• Perform make-vs-buy analyses, value engineering studies, and total cost of ownership assessments

• Monitor and report on cost out project performance, risks and mitigation plan

• Implement lean methodologies and continuous improvement practices

• Foster a cost-conscious culture throughout the organization

• Accountable for the overall cost of product including, transport, packing, factory productivity and reports cost evolution to management periodically

Required Qualifications

• Graduate in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering with min. 10 to 20 years of experience

• Domain experience in Sourcing / Supplier development /Engineering

• Experience in ITR Products preferred

Desired Characteristics

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  Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.