About Pierce, an Oshkosh company
At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. To our team, there is no room for anything less than providing the absolute best. Since 1913, building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church has evolved to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineering pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units that have no equal. Today, you'll find more than 30,000 Pierce apparatuses on the road that are making a difference in people's lives, every day. To us, every step in the process of building our trucks is personal. From innovation and expertise, to the customization and service. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.
Principal Engineer - Cost Estimation R43695
The Principal Engineer - Cost Estimation will deliver cost estimates for new and existing parts by gathering and analyzing market data to include raw materials, purchased components, and manufacturing processes required to complete costing. The role will work side-by-side with engineers, sourcing and suppliers.
YOUR IMPACT
These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.
Provide estimates for proposal development, current production cost reductions, and new product development design to cost initiatives.
Identify and build cost model drivers to assist in design and purchasing activities.
Analyze supplier quotations and identify cost drivers (materials, labor, overheads, tooling, logistics, profit margins).
Participate in cost negotiation process to influence cost reduction and cost avoidance.
Consult with and advise product development engineers on economic alternatives for their design and suggest trade-offs.
Interface directly with supplier engineers to develop mutually agreed upon should cost models to understand cost drivers for use in pricing negotiations ongoing cost reduction activities.
Present ideas and solicit feedback to help support individual or team project assignments.
Participate on councils to share project results, present ideas, and solicit feedback to help support individual or team project assignments.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with five (5) or more years of experience within Engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing, Cost Estimating, or a related field.
Experience with Computer Aided Cost Estimation (CACE) tools
Ability to travel 10%.
STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS:
Hands-on mechanical aptitude
Supply chain or Engineering experience within the manufacturing industry.
Advanced understanding of Cost Accounting
Knowledge of manufacturing sequence of events and Bill of Materials
Ability to read Engineering drawings and interpret GD&T
Ability to effectively communicate.
Strong time-management and prioritization skills, able to multi-task and prioritize competing requirements and meet deadlines.
Experience and proficiency with various web-based software applications including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.
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Pay Range:
$82,900.00 - $134,300.00The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.
Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected].
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and five (5) or more years' experience in engineering, manufacturing, cost estimating, or related field
- Experience with Computer Aided Cost Estimation (CACE) tools
- Ability to travel 10%
- Hands-on mechanical aptitude
- Supply chain or engineering experience within the manufacturing industry
- Advanced understanding of cost accounting
- Knowledge of manufacturing sequence of events and Bill of Materials
- Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret GD&T
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Strong time-management and prioritization skills; able to multi-task and meet deadlines
- Experience and proficiency with web-based software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint
Oshkosh Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Oshkosh Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Oshkosh Corporation.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as broad, including medical, dental, and vision options alongside disability and life insurance. Voluntary add-ons such as accident/critical illness coverage, pet insurance, and an employee assistance program further expand coverage breadth.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with employer matching and an employee stock purchase plan, alongside performance bonuses. Profit sharing and legacy pension arrangements are also referenced, suggesting multiple pathways for long-term financial support.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports include flexible work schedules, some remote work options, fitness stipends, and wellness programs. Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support add value that complements cash compensation.
Oshkosh Corporation Insights
What We Do
Oshkosh Corporation is an industrial technology company that builds some of the industry’s toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. We serve our everyday heroes – soldiers, firefighters, people working at great height, environmental and refuse workers – through incredible technology. And with a portfolio of leading brands, we can uniquely take innovation from one brand and apply it across our portfolio.
Why Work With Us
We make equipment that moves the world forward. With ~15,000 team members united under our People First culture, a career at Oshkosh is an opportunity to do more than just impact industries -- it's an opportunity to make a difference in the world around you, protecting those who protect us.
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