Principal Cost Management Engineer
Oshkosh CorporationAppleton, Wisconsin, United States
Posted January 15, 2026
82900 - 134300 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Moving the world forward. Oshkosh (NYSE: OSK) is a global industrial technology company that pioneers innovation, engineers solutions and transforms industries to empower everyday heroes. Using electrification, autonomy, artificial intelligence and connectivity, Oshkosh designs and manufactures scalable, adaptable and purpose-built solutions for some of the world’s toughest jobs under the brands of JLG®, Hinowa, Pierce®, Power Towers, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh® Defense, McNeilus®, IMT®, Jerr-Dan®, Frontline™ Communications, Oshkosh® Airport Products, Oshkosh® AeroTech and Pratt Miller. We make a difference in people’s lives by creating mission-critical equipment that serves the everyday hero. Our innovation is people focused and developed by sharing advances across our portfolio of companies. For us, it’s about moving the world forward through building, serving and protecting communities. Our purpose: Make a difference in people’s lives. Global team members: approximately 17,000
Job Description
Pierce Manufacturing is seeking a Principal Cost Management Engineer to deliver cost estimates for new and existing parts by gathering and analyzing market data. The role will work side-by-side with engineers, sourcing, and suppliers to identify cost drivers and participate in cost negotiation processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with five (5) or more years of experience within Engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing, Cost Estimating, or a related field.
- Experience with Computer Aided Cost Estimation (CACE) tools
- Ability to travel 10%
- Hands-on mechanical aptitude
- Supply chain or Engineering experience within the manufacturing industry.
- Advanced understanding of Cost Accounting
- Knowledge of manufacturing sequence of events and Bill of Materials
- Ability to read Engineering drawings and interpret GD&T
- Ability to effectively communicate
- Strong time-management and prioritization skills, able to multi-task and prioritize competing requirements and meet deadlines.
- Experience and proficiency with various web-based software applications including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Benefits package
- Opportunities for career growth and development
