Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions with over 40 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, offering precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions that empower chip manufacturers worldwide. Our product portfolio includes a range of automation solutions, including robots, vacuum systems, and atmospheric robots for semiconductor manufacturing (www.brooks.com).
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Cost EngineerJob DescriptionThe NPI Supply Chain Cost Estimating Engineer will support the Semiconductor
Automation Supply Chain team as the lead cost engineer for both new and legacy product. This position will provide cost estimates and comparison cost for the value of machined and fabricated goods that are provided by the supply chain.
Key Responsibilities:
- Determine the cost estimate targets during the design and development process, recommending cost effective solutions.
- Utilize cost methodologies, tools, and appropriate software models and packages to prepare and maintain reliable and accurate data.
- Transforms product costing through continuous improvement of systems, methods, and procedures.
- Will collect and analyze initial data information to estimate cost associated with manufacturing a machined or fabricated product.
- Ensure supplier quotations meet “should cost” estimates.
- Support supplier meetings and negotiations to challenge quotation and direct cost reductions to meet target costs.
- Gather proposals, specifications, and other related documents from design engineering to convert specifications to cost estimates for new and current products.
- Supports the quote process, ensure quote accuracy, quality, compliance with Brooks Automations goals, responsiveness, and rapid turn-around time of quotes.
- Leads others by supporting and executing all related processes and procedures.
- Train, mentor, and provides software modeling support to regions, sites and/or individuals for costing procedures and processes.
- Provide cost estimates during change process and advise of cost impact of changes.
- Provide costing / pricing support, and leadership to sites and/or other functional groups or regions as required.
- May provide technical support for DFs (design for all desirable manufacturability) including reviewing engineering changes and assessment of materials/supply chain impact.
- Review request for information (RFI) and management's requirements to model cost and simulate pricing
Required Skills:
- 5+ years of experience in cost estimating.
- Strong background with mechanical commodities (sheet-metal, precision machining, welding, plastics, injection molding, casting, brazing) with ability to read and interpret technical documents including drawings, blueprints, product specifications, material tolerances, finish specifications. Understanding of GD&T and mechanical industry workmanship standards.
- Demonstrated strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
- Customer-focused, self-motivated with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks with minimal direction, ability to drive initiatives and programs with unclear initial definition.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project.
- Knowledge of cost methodologies and software modeling tools. Prefer experience with aPriori a plus
Required Experience and Education:
BS or BA Degree in Engineering, Purchasing or Technical discipline.
Work Location & Flexibility
At Brooks, we aim to foster a collaborative and engaging environment while offering flexibility where possible. Work arrangements may include a mix of in-office and remote work, depending on the nature of the role and business needs. Specific expectations will be shared during the interview process.
Brooks is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and proudly serves as an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
Diversity enhances our innovative capabilities and strengthens our ability to serve our customers and communities effectively. At Brooks Automation, we celebrate the unique experiences and perspectives each individual brings, believing they are essential to our collective success. Join us in building a workplace where every team member is valued and can thrive.
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Skills Required
- 5+ years of cost estimating experience
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, purchasing, or a technical discipline
- Strong experience with mechanical commodities, including sheet metal, precision machining, welding, plastics, injection molding, casting, and brazing
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents, drawings, blueprints, product specifications, material tolerances, and finish specifications
- Understanding of GD&T and mechanical industry workmanship standards
- Strong analytical, negotiation, written communication, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks with minimal direction and drive initiatives with unclear initial definitions
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
- Knowledge of cost methodologies and software modeling tools
- Experience with aPriori
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is generally characterized as industry-average to slightly above, aligning with market expectations in many roles. Compensation is often framed as fair for experience, with stronger competitiveness appearing in specialized technical tracks and certain high-cost locations.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, supported by life and disability insurance as part of the core package. The overall health offering is positioned as comparable to peers and frequently treated as a baseline strength.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off is presented as generous, with flexible or unlimited PTO reported for many roles and a holiday shutdown period. In practice, usage appears workable for many teams, though norms can be manager- and workload-dependent.
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What We Do
Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions. We have been a key participant in the semiconductor industry for more than 40 years providing precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions enabling chip manufacturers globally. Brooks is headquartered in Chelmsford, MA, with operations in North America, Europe and Asia.
