R&D Specialist (m/f/d) - Brazil

Job Description

• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Production, or related field)
• Strong an...