Position Overview:

The Cost Engineer - Value Engineering will be responsible for identifying cost-saving opportunities, enhancing product value, and optimizing manufacturing processes through detailed cost analysis and engineering support. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and finance to ensure cost-effective product development without compromising on quality or performance.

Essential Job Functions and Accountabilities:

• Conduct detailed cost analysis of components, assemblies, and systems to identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Support value engineering initiatives by evaluating product designs for functionality, manufacturability, and material usage.
• Collaborate with engineering and procurement to source alternative materials or components with cost or performance benefits.
• Develop and maintain cost models and databases for standard parts and processes.
• Provide cost estimates during product development stages to guide design and sourcing decisions.
• Participate in design reviews and lead cost-related discussions with cross-functional teams.
• Analyze production processes and suggest improvements to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with internal standards and cost objectives throughout the product lifecycle

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related field); Master's degree is a plus.
• 3-5 years of experience in cost engineering, value analysis, or related roles in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of cost structures, product design, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficient in cost estimation tools and methodologies.
• Solid analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Experience with CAD software and ERP systems (Syteline experience is a plus).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 10 percent of the time

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.

What You Can Expect from Us Our goal is to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our benefits include Health Insurance, Health Savings/Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k) company match on first 5%, Paid-Time Off, 11 Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program and Educational Assistance Reimbursement.

Who We Are Dynisco is a global leader in innovative applications of high precision, sensor-based technology and critical insight solutions that improve process safety and performance for the plastics, oil & gas markets. The company serves a diverse group of customers throughout the world and with more than 6 decades of commitment to helping customers, Dynisco provides the tools and services for the polymer industry allowing customers a "window into the process". The information Dynisco provides allows our customers to keep their process consistent regardless of their global locations. Dynisco's diverse portfolio of sensing and polymer test equipment delivers some of the most accurate information available in the market for the measurement of polymer rheology, pressure, and temperature. Over the next 5 years, Dynisco will be aggressively expanding its business and is seeking top-level talent to join our growing team. (www.dynisco.com) Come help us and some of the biggest names in plastic production shape the future of sustainability in the plastics industry. Learn more about us here!

Dynisco is headquartered in Franklin, Massachusetts, with facilities in Heilbronn, Germany and Malaysia. Dynisco will not pay to relocate. We are an EOE M/F/D/V employer.

Our Team. Globally, we are a team of diverse and talented individuals. Qualified candidates come to "Dynisco with a passion to grow while making a difference with innovation, employee engagement, customer partnerships and continuous improvement.
Our Culture. Every employee has a voice. At Dynisco, new hires are
selected to affect change, participate in solutions, challenge the norm, collaborate and contribute.

DYNISCO VALUES

• Respect: We believe in the dignity of every person and the power that can be harnessed through diversity in talents, perspectives, and experiences.

• Credibility: We strive to earn long-lasting trust and credibility with others through uncompromising ethics, integrity, quality performance, and honoring our commitments.

• Customer Commitment: We meet or exceed customer needs and expectations by demonstrating deep understanding, meaningful collaboration, and a positive productive experience.

• Pursuit of Excellence: We promote a growth mindset that fosters creativity, innovation, and learning, to drive continuous improvement.

• Community Responsibility: We actively participate in our communities to support social priorities, help those in need, and drive a more sustainable future.

At Dynisco, we value the unique backgrounds, skills and abilities each team member brings to our workplace. We believe everyone deserves a fair opportunity to succeed and appreciate the experiences and perspectives each person brings beyond the traditional job requirements. Please don't hesitate to apply even if you do not meet full requirements - we'd love to hear from you!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected V
eterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)