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Join Bugatti Rimac: the Ultimate Hypercar Company
Bugatti Rimac, as part of the Rimac Group, sees the unique combination of two automotive and technological trailblazers. Leveraging Rimac's nimble agility, technical prowess, and groundbreaking innovation in the electric vehicle sector, coupled with Bugatti's storied +110-year legacy of crafting some of the world's most iconic hypercars, we have emerged as a powerhouse within the hypercar industry.
At Bugatti Rimac, we recognize that our most valuable asset is our human capital. The combination of diverse individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, unique capabilities, and talent invested by our employees not only defines our distinctive culture but also significantly contributes to our reputation and overall company achievements.
We are in search of exceptional individuals to reinforce our team, and the number one thing we’re after is talent. If you are a creative, problem-solving professional who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, and if you are ready to embrace the challenges that come with pushing the boundaries of automotive and technological excellence, then we want to hear from you.
Join Bugatti Rimac and be part of a team driving automotive innovation to new heights.
We are searching for an enthusiastic, experienced Powertrain Cost Engineer to join us in our office in Zagreb. Our mission is to become one of the leading hypercar manufacturers and you as Powertrain Cost Engineer will help us to achieve this by ensuring our vehicle projects meet our high profitability expectations. You will work closely with Engineering, Programme Management and Purchasing Departments to help set and achieve material cost & investment targets. You will be a highly valued member of the Controlling team, which is part of our CFO unit, hierarchically reporting to the Cost Engineering Team Lead.
1. In your new role you will:
Support in creation of vehicle targets based on your knowledge of parts and tooling
Assist Purchasing in understanding of supplier gaps to target
Create a benchmark DB of target costs for Bugatti Rimac to use on future hypercar projects
Contribute expertise to Make vs. Buy business cases
Work on Design to Cost with Engineering in the concept phase
Develop in-house knowledge on engineering expertise and rates by country/region
Propose Cost Reduction ideas, creating a business case for the implementation
Help to develop and implement a new cost management process, ensuring that projects are delivered to target and profitability is achieved
Be at the fore front of industry developments to ensure Bugatti Rimac Group is exploiting new technology and manufacturing techniques to help optimise profitability
Location: Zagreb (Croatia)
2. What do you need to be successful?
Minimum 3 years of experience in an automotive tier 1-2 Supplier or OEM
Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Engineering or similar technical degrees
Experience in ´should cost´ calculation and familiarity with project development
Knowledge of Powertrain and e-Powertrain Parts, Systems and Technologies (forging, casting, CNC, rubber extrusion, plastic injection molding, battery assembly)
Cost Controlling/ Cost Engineering experience within a company focused on manufacturing and physical product development would be a big plus
Proven record in advanced Excel, VBA and/or Access knowledge would be beneficial
Cost Estimation SW knowledge would be a plus (LeanCOST, PCM Siemens, Costdata)
CAD knowledge (3DX is a plus)
Strong analytical, negotiation, process and structuring skills
Fluent in English
3. What’s in it for you:
The opportunity to work for a start-up striving to become a leading hypercar manufacturer
Become part of the Bugatti Rimac family
Working with a diverse and talented group of colleagues
A high level of collaboration and autonomy
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