2 Powder Metallurgy Jobs

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, were looking to add a Material Quote Senior Engineer in Chennai, India. What a typical day looks like: Candidate has primary responsibility to prepare should cost based on the 2d/3d drawing and information provided by the customer. Provide should-cost calculation for die casting, Machining, Powder Metallurgy and other Mech commodity items using Flex costing methodology Provide recommendation and costing assumptions if there is insufficient information provided by customer. Develop and maintain cost models for die casting, Machining, Powder Metallurgy and other Mech commodity items with cost on Raw Material, Processes, tooling, labor , Machine and overhead The role also includes sending RFQ to suppliers. Analyze supplier quote, cost negotiation, obtain cost breakdown details from suppliers, Identify and recommend cost-saving measures and strategies through process, including design changes, material selection, and process optimization. Collaborate with various other team to ensure designs are cost-effective and manufacturable Process Improvement to Analyze, document, and optimize business processes across functions. Automation Enablement to Identify manual or repetitive tasks and collaborate on automation. Governance & Compliance to Develop and implement process governance models to ensure consistency, standardization, and adherence to policies. Reporting & Insights to Design and automate dashboards/reports and ensuring accuracy and actionable insights for business decision-making. The experience were looking to add to our team: Possess a Degree in Mechanical Engineering with min 5 to 7 years relevant work experience, preferred in die casting, Machining, Powder Metallurgy factory Familiar and able to read, interpret 2D/3D mechanical drawings, designs and specifications. Strong understanding of die casting, Machining, Powder Metallurgy and other Mech commodity on processes, tooling, and materials Proficiency in 2d/3d software, Auto cad, Solid works, Pro-e(Creo), and MS office, Excel, Word, Power point.. Proficiency in cost estimation and modeling techniques Process Expertise: Strong knowledge in process mapping, gap analysis, SOP development, and continuous improvement frameworks (Lean, Six Sigma). Added advantage if Expertise in Power Query, Macros/VBA, and dashboard creation for robust reporting solutions. Analytical & Communication Skills Strong problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and effective communication for driving change and influencing stakeholders. Self-driven and able to work with multiple team in multiple sites. What you’ll receive for the great work you provide: Health Insurance PTO

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, were looking to add a Material Quote Senior Engineer in Chennai India. What a typical day looks like: Cost Estimation & Should-Cost Modeling Develop and maintain detailed cost models for primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging components (e.g., cartons, ESD trays, foam inserts, molded pulp, pallets, labels). Analyze packaging designs, material specifications, dimensions, manufacturing processes, and regional cost drivers to estimate true cost. Calculate landed cost including material, conversion, tooling, freight, duties, and overheads. Support RFQ/RFI processes by providing should-cost data to sourcing and business units. Break down supplier quotes and benchmark them against internal cost models. Engineering & Design Collaboration Work closely with packaging engineering and product development teams to assess cost impact of design changes. Recommend design alternatives or material substitutions to improve cost-efficiency. Participate in design-for-cost and value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE) reviews. Market & Supplier Intelligence Research industry trends and raw material indices (e.g., paper, plastic resin, foam) to keep cost models up-to-date. Strong understanding of plastic resins and specific applications based on factors like strength, flexibility, temperature resistance, and chemical compatibility Working with suppliers to source resins and negotiate pricing. Gather and analyze data on plastic resins market trends, competitors and customer needs Develop predictive models to forecast market demands, trends and growth opportunities in plastic resins. Create and update reports, dashboards and Visualizations to communicate market insight Develop and implement pricing strategies for new and existing plastic resin products, ensuring they align with overall business goals. Monitor packaging market developments including regional conversion rates, labor costs, and inflation factors. Cross-functional & Sourcing Support Collaborate with commodity managers and strategic sourcing teams to support supplier negotiations using should-cost insights. Assist in supplier selection, make/buy decisions, and localization efforts from a cost perspective. Provide cost input for business cases, budgeting, and customer proposals (NPI and mass production stages). The experience we’re looking to add to our team: Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent. Minimum 6 years of experience in cost estimation or packaging engineering within EMS, electronics, or related manufacturing industry. Proven expertise in cost modeling and data-driven analysis of packaging components. Deep understanding of packaging manufacturing processes: die-cutting, corrugation, vacuum forming, injection molding, ESD packaging, etc. Strong cost modeling capabilities in Excel or specialized cost tools (e.g., aPriori, Teamcenter, or custom templates). Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving mindset. Ability to interpret technical drawings and packaging specifications. ERP’s, PLM systems, advanced MS Excel; familiarity with CAD tools is a plus. Good knowledge of packaging compliance and standards (ISTA, ASTM, RoHS, ESD). Effective communicator with ability to present complex cost data clearly. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving mindset. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines under pressure. What you’ll receive for the great work you provide: Health Insurance PTO