Cost Engineer 1

OverviewWe are seeking a full-time Cost Engineer 1 in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for partnering with Engineering, Operations, Sourcing and Supply Chain to achieve the lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and market leading Product Technology, Quality, Reliability and Cost of components / parts.Essential FunctionsTeam with Strategic sourcing, Engineering, Global Commodity Managers and suppliers to select the best component technology to achieve required functionality at the lowest TCOCommunicate, suggest options and coordinate with multiple facilities to assist in the component selectionAlign the Product Life-Cycle with the Suppliers’ Technology Roadmaps to ensure supply Generate cost reduction ideas throughout the Product Life-Cycle from design to end-of-lifeIdentify process/product efficiencies that will reduce overall costs, participate in price benchmarking, and thoroughly document work in an organized mannerSupport strategic sourcing efforts for various commodities and services within a matrix organization with emphasis on supporting electronic and electro-mechanical commoditiesCollaborate with Sourcing related to the creation of requests for information, requests for proposals, and requests for quotations and review responsesSupport strategic process improvements plans of continuous improvement and lean initiativesDrive supplier performance and metrics to achieve world-class levels in supplier Quality, Cost, Delivery and Service (QCDS) and may be responsible for planning own technical work Basic QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering degree Demonstrated knowledge in Cost Engineering or Component EngineeringExcellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule) Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsDemonstrated capability for applying industry standards and procedures to develop, implement, and document operational processes and ability to learn how to use/apply toolsDesired QualificationsPrevious internship experience in an Electronics environmentOutstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5) Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits