We are seeking a full-time Cost Engineer Intern in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for partnering with Engineering, Operations, Sourcing and Supply Chain to achieve the lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and market leading Product Technology, Quality, Reliability and Cost of components/parts.
Essential Functions
Team with Strategic sourcing, Engineering, Global Commodity Managers and suppliers to assist and select the best component technology to achieve required functionality at the lowest TCO
Communicate, suggest options and coordinate with multiple facilities to assist in the component selection
Align the Product Life-Cycle with the Suppliers' Technology Roadmaps to ensure supply
Generate cost reduction ideas throughout the Product Life-Cycle from design to end-of-life
Identify process/product efficiencies that will reduce overall costs
Participate in price benchmarking
Support strategic sourcing efforts for various commodities and services within a matrix organization with emphasis on supporting electronic and electro-mechanical commodities
Collaborate with Sourcing related to the creation of requests for information, requests for proposals, and requests for quotations and review responses
Support strategic process improvements plans of continuous improvement and lean initiatives
Basic Qualifications
Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
Proficient using MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and respectful interpersonal communication skills
Must be positive, detail/quality oriented, organized, analytical, multi-tasker, team oriented, and possess excellent time management/follow-up skills with the ability to prioritize and work proactively/effectively with minimal supervision in a fast paced, challenging environment
Desired Qualifications
Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
Previous experience in Engineering, IT, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Warehousing, or Distribution Operations
Fluent in statistical analysis
Speak, read, and/or write in Spanish, German, or French
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's intern program benefits. Details can be found here: Garmin Intern Benefits