Okay, let’s calculate this. Suhas has a mix of engineering and management skills, which is a good combination. However, his specific skills like Matlab, target costing, and part development are not as in-demand as some other skills. He also works in a relatively niche industry (automotive). Considering his skills and location (Royal Oak, Michigan), I’d estimate his rate to be around $75 per hour, which is on the lower end of the scale for an engineering professional in the US. This rate is also influenced by the fact that he has some language skills, which can be valuable in certain contexts, but may not be as highly valued in this specific job market.