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Markforged · 2 days ago

Value Engineer

Waltham, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$99K/yr - $116K/yr

Markforged is leading the digital transformation of manufacturing by revolutionizing how engineers and manufacturers create and innovate. The Value Engineer is responsible for developing accurate cost models for mechanical and electrical components, collaborating with various teams to validate designs and identify manufacturing process improvements.

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Responsibilities

Review bills of materials, engineering drawings, and CAD models to understand part geometry, tolerances, materials, and functional requirements

Develop detailed should-cost models for mechanical and electrical components, including:

Machining, casting, sheet metal, additive, and finishing processes

PCBAs, cables, harnesses, and electro-mechanical assemblies

Estimate labor, material, overhead, yield, tooling, and amortization costs across different volume scenarios

Compare supplier quotes against should-cost models and identify cost gaps or risk areas

Collaborate with engineering on design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and design-for-cost (DFC) tradeoffs

Support supplier identification, technical evaluation, and RFQ processes when required

Partner with supply chain and operations to align cost models with real manufacturing constraints

Maintain cost databases, benchmarks, and process assumptions over time

Provide clear cost breakdowns and recommendations to engineering leadership and management

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringManufacturing ProcessesCost ModelingCAD ProficiencySupplier EvaluationAnalytical SkillsGlobal Supply ChainsERP/MRP SystemsCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration