Cost Specialist
Job Overview
About Horse Powertrain
Horse Powertrain Limited is an independent new powertrain solutions business, with over 125 years of heritage from Renault and Geely. We develop and produce world-class hybrid and combustion engines and transmissions to move our industry forward, offering many different paths to net zero.
Horse Powertrain has 19,000 dedicated and determined employees, working in 17 manufacturing plants, and 5 R&D centers on three continents. This role is employed by Horse Powertrain and is based at our office in Southfield Michigan, with occasional travel possible to Horse Powertrain’s other sites.
Why join us?
At Horse Powertrain, you’ll have opportunities to grow your career while making a difference. This is a dynamic, international environment, staffed by caring and collaborative people. If you’re ready to create excellence with us, you’ll be appreciated and rewarded.
What you will be doing
Drive end-to-end cost excellence across engine and transmission programs by embedding robust cost control, enabling data-driven decisions, and unlocking sustainable value across the North American business.
Own full lifecycle cost management for engine and transmission programs
Define, cascade, and track cost targets down to subsystem level
Monitor cost performance, analyze variances, and drive corrective actions
Lead cross-functional cost optimization initiatives (R&D, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance)
Implement and enhance cost control processes, tools, and methodologies
Drive Design-to-Cost and Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives
Build and maintain a reliable, structured cost database
Provide actionable insights to support strategic and operational decisions
What we’re looking for
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Engineering, or related field
5+ years of automotive cost management experience (powertrain preferred)
Strong understanding of engine/transmission systems and cost structures
Proven track record in program cost control and optimization
Advanced analytical skills and proficiency in MS Office
Strong business acumen with high attention to detail and confidentiality
Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
Fluent in English; Chinese is a plus
Equal opportunities employer
As a company, we are committed to equal opportunities, and recruit people based on their competencies and qualifications.
Horse Powertrain Limited is a global leader in powertrain solutions. Learn more at www.horse-powertrain.com