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Linamar

Systems Engineer

Livonia, MI · On-site

Engineer- Systems Job Summary System level owner to define, break down, and ensure compliance to ... Breakdown of customer requirements into specific requirements for sub-system owners * Manage and ...

Linamar

Systems Engineer

Livonia, MI · On-site

Engineer- Systems Job Summary System level owner to define, break down, and ensure compliance to ... Breakdown of customer requirements into specific requirements for sub-system owners * Manage and ...

Linamar

Systems Engineer

Livonia, MI · On-site

Engineer- Systems Job Summary System level owner to define, break down, and ensure compliance to ... Breakdown of customer requirements into specific requirements for sub-system owners * Manage and ...

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Engineering Specialist - Controls

Sterling Heights, MI · On-site

$46.50/hr

Engineering Specialist - Controls Position Duties: • Develop and implement improvements to ... breakdown problems into items that can be validated • Assist in the training of manufacturing ...

Post Consumer Brands

Reliability Engineer

Battle Creek, MI · On-site

$92K - $116K/yr

As a Reliability Engineer, you'll be the goto partner for maintenance and operations, using data ... breakdown learnings into prevention, and translating condition insights into action. Key ...

Post Holdings

Reliability Engineer

Battle Creek, MI · On-site

$92K - $116K/yr

Engineering Locations: Battle Creek, Michigan Position Type: Regular Full-Time Remote Eligible: No ... breakdown learnings into prevention, and translating condition insights into action. Key ...

Post Consumer Brands

Reliability Engineer

Battle Creek, MI · On-site

$92K - $116K/yr

As a Reliability Engineer, you'll be the go-to partner for maintenance and operations, using data ... breakdown learnings into prevention, and translating condition insights into action. Key ...

HDR

Transmission Line Project Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. While ... Scope and schedule support to the PM, including work breakdown structure development and ...

HDR

Transmission Line Project Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. While ... Scope and schedule support to the PM, including work breakdown structure development and ...

Cisco

Solutions Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI

$205K - $266K/yr

... Solutions Engineers. These technically skilled, solutions-focused individuals build positive ... Lead breakdown sessions, competitive bake-offs, and sophisticated proofs-of-value that prove Cisco ...

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Cisco Systems, Inc.

Solutions Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI

$235K - $301K/yr

... Solutions Engineers. These technically skilled, solutions-focused individuals build positive ... Lead breakdown sessions, competitive bake-offs, and sophisticated proofs-of-value that prove Cisco ...

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Cisco

Solutions Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI

$235K - $301K/yr

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Cost & Supplier Integration Engineer

Cost & Supplier Integration Engineer

Air Lift Company

Lansing, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Cost & Supplier Integration Engineer

Air Lift, a third-generation family-owned company, was founded in 1949 in Lansing, Michigan. Air Lift supplies the automotive aftermarket with load assist products and performance suspensions for show and track. Our goal is to consistently provide products and services that meet and exceed customers’ requirements and expectations. We do this by recruiting top talent and retaining them through our commitment to professional development and preservation of our culture.


Job Description Summary

This role will serve as the primary interface between Engineering and Purchasing for value analysis and value engineering initiatives. This role ensures that engineering intent, cost-reduction concepts, and design changes are commercially sound, supplier-feasible, and effectively executed.

Translates engineering ideas into actionable sourcing and supplier strategies, while bringing supplier capabilities, cost drivers, manufacturing realities, and total cost considerations into engineering discussions. The role exists to ensure alignment between design decisions and purchasing strategy, and to drive measurable, sustainable cost improvements.

This role goes beyond traditional sourcing by combining engineering-driven value analysis with deep supplier engagement. The position ensures that products are designed and sourced at the lowest total cost, without sacrificing performance, quality, or supply continuity.


Essential Duties

  • Act as the primary integrator between Engineering, Purchasing, and Suppliers for all VA/VE initiatives.
  • Drive early involvement in product design to ensure cost, manufacturability, and supplier capabilities are embedded upfront, not addressed after design release.
  • Partner with Engineering to challenge designs that introduce unnecessary complexity, over-specification, or cost.
  • Work directly with suppliers and engineering teams to co-develop products and components, ensuring alignment on design intent, manufacturability, and cost targets.
  • Leverage supplier expertise to introduce alternative materials, processes, and design simplifications that reduce cost while maintaining performance.
  • Evaluate all VA/VE initiatives through a total cost of ownership (TCO) lens, including piece price, tooling, capital investment, freight, duties, lead time, risk, inventory, and lifecycle cost.
  • Lead detailed cost breakdown analysis with suppliers to identify, challenge, and eliminate cost drivers at the component and system level.
  • Identify and drive practical, day-to-day cost reduction opportunities through process simplification, cycle time reduction, and elimination of non-value-added activities.
  • Spend time on the shop floor and with suppliers to observe real operations, identify inefficiencies, and streamline workflows that reduce cost without impacting quality or delivery.


Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related field is preferred; however, equivalent practical experience in manufacturing, sourcing, and cost analysis will be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
  • 5+ years of buying or sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and total cost of ownership.
  • Demonstrated experience evaluating supplier pricing beyond piece price.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and supplier quality processes.
  • Experience working with domestic and international suppliers.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Exposure to manufacturing processes and materials including metals, rubber, injection molding, machining, and castings.
  • Experience acting as a liaison between Engineering and Supply Chain.
  • Prior involvement in VA/VE or cost-reduction initiatives.
  • Ability to read mechanical blueprints.
  • ISO auditor training/Lean concepts.
  • Knowledge of CE and TUV requirements.
  • Negotiation of long- and short-term contracts.

Benefits

  • Health and Wellness
    • Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
    • Mental Health Support: Access to counseling services or mental health apps
    • Health Savings Accounts (HSA/FSA): Pre-tax savings for healthcare expenses
    • Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off
    • Gym Reimbursement
  • Financial Security
    • Retirement Plans: 401(k) with up to 8% company matching
    • Life and Disability Insurance: Coverage for life and short-term and long-term disability
    • Financial Planning Resources: Access to financial planning workshops or financial advisors
  • Career Development
    • Professional Development: Funding for courses, certifications, or conferences
    • Tuition Reimbursement: Support for continuing education



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