Senior HV Battery Costing Expert (m/f/d)

A2MAC1 is the global leader in data-driven benchmarking and cost analysis for the automotive industry. We provide the most comprehensive suite of solutions used by engineers and designers across the entire automotive value chain. Our platform helps companies understand their competitive landscape, accelerate innovation, optimize vehicle design, and improve cost efficiency. With more than 25 years of experience, A2MAC1 has become the industry standard and a key driver of innovation and cost savings for the global automotive sector.

We are seeking a Senior HV Battery Costing Expert (m/f/d) to strengthen our Costing & Insights team. In this role, you will deliver high-quality costing analyses and technical insights related to high-voltage battery systems, supporting automotive OEMs and suppliers in understanding cost drivers and optimizing product development strategies.

You will play a key role in leading complex battery cost studies, translating technical findings into clear business insights, and supporting strategic decision-making across engineering, purchasing, and management teams.

Key Responsibilities

Advanced HV Battery Costing & Technical Analysis

• Lead high-complexity HV battery cost studies and benchmarking analyses
• Perform system-level cost analyses covering battery cells, battery control systems, mechanical components, and thermal management
• Apply design-to-cost methodologies and cost benchmarking techniques
• Analyze product design, materials, manufacturing processes, and supply chain logic
• Identify cost drivers including materials, tooling investment, manufacturing processes, energy consumption, and logistics
• Translate analytical findings into clear technical and economic recommendations

Technical Leadership & Knowledge Sharing

• Provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers
• Contribute to the development of costing standards, methodologies, and best practices
• Support knowledge transfer and cross-regional collaboration
• Act as a subject matter expert on HV battery cost drivers and manufacturing logic

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a key technical interface during project delivery
• Lead technical deep-dive discussions with engineering and management stakeholders
• Translate complex technical findings into clear business insights
• Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, and industrial teams to support negotiations and design-to-cost initiatives
• Manage risks, scope alignment, and customer expectations during projects

Continuous Improvement & Methodology Development

• Contribute to the evolution of internal cost models, templates, and databases
• Improve analytical methodologies and delivery approaches
• Develop guidelines and training materials for the costing team
• Promote structured documentation and knowledge sharing within the organization

Key Measures & Success Indicators

• Successful delivery of complex HV battery costing and benchmarking projects
• Positive customer feedback regarding analytical quality and impact
• Contribution to capability growth within the Costing & Insights team
• Continuous improvement of methodologies, tools, and internal processes
• Maintenance of high standards in technical consistency and project delivery

Requirements:
Requirements

Professional Background

• 10+ years of experience in HV battery engineering, automotive cost engineering, or related technical roles
• Experience working with automotive OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers is preferred
• Strong understanding of HV battery design, materials, and manufacturing processes
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or Mechatronics

Skills & Abilities

• Strong expertise in HV battery systems, battery cells, and battery manufacturing processes
• Deep understanding of HV battery cost drivers and design considerations
• Knowledge of design-to-cost methodologies and automotive cost structures
• Ability to analyze complex engineering systems and identify cost optimization opportunities
• Advanced analytical thinking and structured problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills in international and cross-functional environments
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with internal costing tools is a plus
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); French or German is a plus
• Willingness to travel internationally when required