AESC is currently seeking candidates to fill a Senior Cost Engineer role to support our US based GID team in Florence, SC. 

About AESC US LLC 

AESC is an exciting, newly created global organization committed to solving the challenges of a sustainable future and becoming the leading supplier of full-value-chain battery solutions. Our lithium-ion batteries can be found in nearly one million electric vehicles worldwide and have a stellar safety record of zero-critical issues. AESC US is leading the way in battery technology. We design and manufacture EV battery technology for various electric vehicles and equipment. We are working hard towards unlocking the full potential of sustainable energy and climate change mitigation. We will continue to build upon our successes and expand into new markets and industries, producing innovative and competitive products and technologies that advance the goal of a zero-carbon emission future. AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, UK, China, and the U.S.

AESC Mission

Our mission is to solve the challenges for a sustainable future. Together, we can make a meaningful impact. 

About the Role

As a key member of AESC US LLC, you will play a crucial role in developing and overseeing the cost management program, performing cost analysis, cost reporting, conducting bid analysis, and analyzing budget variances. Your expertise will contribute to the successful monitoring of Engineering Procurement Construction related activities and providing strategic insights to ensure cost-effectiveness and overall project success. Additionally, you will play a pivotal role in standardizing project progress reporting and coordinating cross-functional information sharing.

What You Will Do 

• Facilitate communication and collaboration between team members, customers, and other stakeholders to achieve cost and project objectives effectively 
• Lead the development and implementation of cost management programs for construction projects, overseeing approved budgets, total commitments, cost incurred, invoiced costs, and cost projections
• Mentor and support team members in financial reporting, cost tracking, and analysis functions
• Chair workshops for aligning teams on key project issues and cost-effective solutions
• Work with stakeholders to identify and track project risks
• Analyze cost data, historical records, and market trends to ensure accurate and competitive estimates
• Provide rough order of magnitude estimates for design changes
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through value engineering initiatives
• Coordinate workshops for alignment on key issues and design changes
• Responsible for weekly financial reporting; working with the Project Management team to develop and refine financial reporting strategies, goals, and metrics 
• Oversee the change management process for accurate cost projections
• Provides support to project financial reporting and trending functions and the invoice/billing review process as required. 
• Track historical costs for benchmarking data to support estimating and procurement teams

What We Offer 

Welcome to AESC, supporting our state-of-the-art Gigafactories, where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. At AESC, we offer a comprehensive compensation package. In addition, we provide a range of valuable benefits, such as 401K, and health insurance. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission of changing the world.

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
• Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with company match 
• Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
• Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
• Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)
• Tuition reimbursement

Application Process 

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, if you believe this role suits you well, we encourage you to apply. Your application gives us the opportunity to learn more about you and explore potential fits within our team.

Following the submission of your application, we are committed to providing timely responses to all applicants, though response times may vary depending on the volume of submissions. If you do not receive an immediate response, please rest assured that this in no way reflects on the quality of your candidacy. Your application will be retained in our files, and we may reach out to you for future roles that align with your skills and interests. As our organization experiences rapid growth, we appreciate your patience in this process. We are actively working each day to enhance our application procedures to ensure a smoother and more efficient experience for all applicants. Thank you for your understanding and enthusiasm for joining our dynamic team.

Equal Employment Opportunity 

At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future. 

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day. 
• Required to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily an automated manufacturing plant with a concrete floor and is characterized by some temperature extremes, moderate noise, and forklift traffic. The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers.

Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace.

What You Need

• 5+ years in project controls preferably in industrial and manufacturing
• Understanding of construction means and methods in the civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing disciplines
• Proficient analytical skills for interpreting data, and comprehensive understanding of technical and legal materials
• Demonstrated innovation and attention to detail, particularly in managing highly visible or controversial projects
• Proven ability to manage multiple high-priority assignments effectively
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships with staff and stakeholders
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Understands and follows all standards of IATF16949 and VDA 6.3 quality standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)
• Understands and follows all standards of ISO14001 environmental standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)

What is “Nice to Have”?

• Strong proficiency in software systems and packages including AutoDesk Cloud, Oracle Unifier, P6, Bluebeam, CAD, and other construction packages
• Bachelors in engineering, construction, engineering management
• Manufacturing, pharmaceutical/ clean room environment experience