Cost Planning Co-op (FT 1-year assignment)

TITLE

Cost Planning Co-op (Jan. 2027 to Dec. 2027)

COMPANY

JTEKT Automotive North America

DEPARTMENT

Cost Planning - Steering

LOCATION

Vonore and/or Morristown, TN

CLASSIFICATION

FT - Non-Exempt

Summary/Purpose

This individual’s primary responsibilities will be to support the Steering and Driveline Segment organization with quotation, cost planning, and cost control activities. This person will also assist or lead various other benchmarking or special projects.

Essential Duties and Accountabilities

Support Product Managers and Cost Analysts with RFQ’s, cost plans, cost control, and other key activities. Create, manage, and update “Should Be” Cost Models for various components and processes. Includes reviewing drawings, developing cost drivers and calculations using various analytical tools, testing/validating integrity with various departments, and then utilizing these Cost Models for quote estimating. Create, manage, and update Cost Databases for various components and processes. Includes developing cost tables, developing cost drivers, testing/validating integrity, and then utilizing these Cost Databases for quote estimating. Support/lead various departmental projects related to benchmarking, quoting, cost reduction, etc.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong PC skills using Windows, including proficiency with Excel, Word and Access. Ability to read and interpret drawings. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Excellent planning and organizational skills. Must be self-motivated and possess excellent analytical skills. Ability to work in a participative management environment and maintain a drive for accomplishment of responsibilities. Knowledge and/or interest in automobiles would be a plus.

Education and Experience

Pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Business. Experience in the automotive and/or ma