R&D Specialist (mfd) Brazil
Job Summary
- Analyze product cost structures (BOM) to identify cost drivers and value improvement opportunities
- Develop cost models and benchmarking analyses to support data-driven decisions
- Evaluate technical feasibility and financial impact of cost optimization initiatives (e.g. ROI payback)
- Collaborate with engineering procurement and manufacturing to implement value engineering and design-to-cost measures
- Provide cost analysis to support product development design changes and sourcing decisions
- Lead or support value analysis workshops and prepare business cases for improvement initiatives
- Maintain cost databases and benchmarking data to ensure transparency and comparability
- Track implementation progress and validate realized savings
Qualifications :
- Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical Electrical Industrial Production or related field)
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills including cost breakdown analysis cost modeling and financial evaluation (ROI payback margin impact)
- Solid understanding of engineering principles materials manufacturing processes and product structures (BOM analysis)
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills with the ability to present technical and financial insights clearly
- Fluent in English
- Analytical detail-oriented and curious mindset with a strong focus on continuous improvement and cost optimization
Additional Information :
We are looking for a R&D Specialist to improve the cost-effectiveness and competitiveness of engineered products. You will analyze product functions materials designs and manufacturing processes to identify cost-reduction and value improvement opportunities. Working closely with engineering procurement and manufacturing teams you will apply cost analysis benchmarking and financial evaluation to ensure high performance quality and profitability.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
NETZSCH Vakumix GmbH is one of the leading manufacturers of stirring and homogenising technology as well as wet grinding for the production of emulsions, suspensions, gels and infusions and much more. Our patented technologies and system solutions are used in the pharmaceutical and co ... View more