Product Value Engineer

Senior Consultant | E-Mobility Specialist - Europe at 5V Tech ⚡ San Giovanni, Valdarno, 3 days a week on-site Up to €90 000 salary 12% bonus car allowance possible We are supporting a global technology manufacturer scaling its Design-to-Value capability across major product lines. This role blends deep technical engineering knowledge with strategic cost leadership to help deliver high-performance products at the right cost. As Senior Design-to-Value Engineer, you will establish and lead the methodology, tools, and practices that drive competitive advantage through smarter design, material selection, and production efficiency. This is a highly visible role where your work will directly influence product profitability and long-term business success. This is a high-impact position where you will shape a key business capability from the ground up, work closely with senior leadership, and drive measurable improvements in product competitiveness and profitability. What you will do Define and deploy Design-to-Value methodology, governance, and tools across the organization Lead cross-functional workshops with R&D, Procurement, Operations, and Quality to identify cost-down and value-up opportunities Build and validate bottom-up cost models for key components such as power modules, PCBAs, enclosures, and thermal systems Conduct should-cost analysis and benchmark studies to support sourcing and engineering decisions Drive initiatives in design simplification, modularization, and standardization to enhance scalability and reduce total cost of ownership Collaborate with suppliers to validate cost structures, assess value potential, and support localization or dual-sourcing strategies Mentor engineers and develop capability across teams in cost modeling and value engineering principles What we are looking for Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent) Extensive experience (10 years minimum) in cost and value engineering roles, ideally within power electronics or complex industrial systems Strong technical understanding of design principles, manufacturing processes, and materials Proven experience in cost modeling, should-cost analysis, and design-to-cost or value optimization Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as die casting, injection molding, machining, PCB assembly, and thermal management systems Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills Strategic mindset with strong analytical thinking and attention to detail Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: San Giovanni Valdarno, Toscana, IT

Posted Date: 11/3/2025