Commercial Engineer

Position: Commercial Engineer

Experience: 3 to 5 years

Academic Requirement: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field

Compensation: As per market standards

Hiring Manager: Priteshsinh Solanki

Location: Pune- India (Global Coordination & Travel Required)

Probation: 6 Months

Skills:

• Proven experience in cost estimation, commercial support, or project coordination within the automotive or manufacturing sector.
• Strong understanding of CBD (Cost Breakdown Detail) preparation for parts and tooling.
• Working knowledge of CAD tools (basic functions only; no design responsibility).
• Good understanding of automotive manufacturing processes, materials, and supply chain workflows
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with cost modeling is an advantage.
• Effective communicator with excellent collaboration and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and organized in managing deadlines and deliverables.

Others:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in the automotive industry is required, with a strong preference for candidates with prior experience in a Tier 1 supplier or OEM environment.
• Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams such as Commercial, Engineering, Purchasing, and Supply Chain.
• Willingness to work in a dynamic, global team environment.

Job Overview:

CT Automotive is a global supplier of interior kinematic and decorative components to Tier 1 automotive OEMs. We are looking for a skilled Commercial Engineer to strengthen our costing and quotation capabilities.

This role requires technical literacy and the ability to interpret CAD data, develop accurate cost breakdowns, and support the commercial team in preparing quotations. The position is vital for ensuring alignment between commercial, technical, and procurement functions.

Job Roles & Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed Cost Breakdown Details (CBDs) for parts, tooling, and assemblies
• Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, supply chain, and commercial teams to gather inputs for quotations
• Use CAD tools to extract dimensional and technical data needed for costing (no design responsibility)
• Coordinate with suppliers to gather quotes and technical specifications for pricing accuracy
• Assist in the preparation and submission of customer quotations and cost proposals
• Participate in project review and pricing strategy meetings with internal stakeholders
• Maintain organized records of quotes, assumptions, and approvals for future reference
• Support internal continuous improvement initiatives in costing and proposal processes

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with performance-linked incentives
• Cross-functional exposure across technical and commercial domains
• Career growth opportunities within a global automotive supplier
• Opportunity to contribute to global OEM projects