Value Engineer

Your Responsibilities

You own should-cost and target-cost activities for components, systems, and products, based on manufacturing processes, technologies, materials, and cost drivers You lead cross-functional Design-to-Cost and Value Engineering initiatives throughout the product lifecycle You drive concept level costing and other methods in early product development process You challenge product designs and manufacturing concepts, evaluate alternatives, and quantify technical and financial impact You build and prioritize the cost-reduction and value-creation roadmap and drive selected opportunities through implementation You provide senior technical and commercial expertise for make-or-buy decisions, sourcing strategies, supplier selection, and fact-based negotiations You define cost targets and performance indicators, monitor progress, and ensure cost transparency from component to product level You develop Value and Cost Engineering methods, tools, and capabilities across the organization You lead strategic cost initiatives and business cases, providing clear recommendations to the organization and business leadership Your Profile You hold a degree in engineering or relevant technical field You possess strong knowledge of Value and Cost Engineering methodologies, detailed process based should-cost modelling, and target cost calculations You demonstrate leadership, excellent interpersonal skills, and a strong ability to work effectively in a team You are recognized for your commercial acumen, sense of responsibility, and ability to perform under pressure You are fluent in English.

Knowledge of French and/or German is an asset Our Offer Can we inspire you to take on a responsible position in a dynamic and independent family business? We offer you room for ideas, a secure job, modern and family-friendly employment conditions such as flexible working hours, home office, a company restaurant, training opportunities as well as many benefits.

The workplace is located in Bulle, surrounded by the wonderful nature of the Gruyère region. Start planning your personal and professional development with us. In order to ensure a fair application process, we cannot accept applications by post or email. This position is subject to a background check process; the process is conducted by our partner Aequivalent.

Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Sylvain STUDER. One Passion. Many Opportunities. The company Liebherr Machines Bulle SA is the centre of excellence for combustion engines (diesel and gas engines) and hydraulic components (axial piston pumps and motors).

The company develops and produces various products, which find their use in building construction and civil engineering, mining, agriculture, decentralised energy, machine and plant engineering, as well as aerospace. Location Liebherr Machines Bulle SA 7, Rue Hans-Liebherr 1630 Bulle Switzerland (CH) Contact Sylvain STUDER +41 26 913 34 00