Quoting/Estimating Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Oversee quotation opportunities and ensure deadlines for submissions are met.

• Create comprehensive cost estimates.

• Perform feasibility assessments of RFQs and evaluate engineering drawings, raw materials, labor, equipment, tooling, and capital expenses.

• Examine customer models, prints, and specifications for manufacturability; pinpoint risks, tolerances, durometer considerations, and tooling effects.

• Produce formal customer quotes that include assumptions, exceptions, lead times, and commercial terms.

• Generate quotations for modifications and adjustments following the initial order.

• Collaborate with Engineering to confirm cycle times, scrap assumptions, and processing specifics.

• Assist Sales and Business Development during customer engagements, RFQs, technical discussions, and quote evaluations.

• Work alongside Supply Chain to validate raw material costs, minimum order quantities, lead times, and purchasing needs.

• Coordinate with Quality Engineering regarding regulatory and inspection standards, including AQL, PPAP, and IQ/OQ/PQ initiatives.

• Keep precise cost models, work center rates, and quoting templates updated.

• Enhance estimating logic utilizing actual performance metrics such as cycle time, scrap, and productivity.

• Refresh the ERP system with validated costing information.

• Monitor quote-to-actual performance and promote cost transparency throughout the organization.

• Collaborate with Business Development Managers, Engineering Innovation Teams, Manufacturing Centers of Excellence, and Executive Leadership to create precise costing proposals.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or a related field).

• At least 5 years of experience in cost estimation or a similar role within the manufacturing sector, particularly in precision machined components.

• Direct experience in the medical, automotive, or aerospace industries.

• Familiarity with ERP systems (PLEX preferred), cost modeling tools, and quotation processes.

• Experience working for a Contract Manufacturer or OEM.

• A robust engineering background with a thorough understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment.

• Capacity to identify optimal manufacturing processes.

• Proficiency in SolidWorks or CAD/CAM software packages for estimating and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) purposes.

• The position may be remote or located in New Kensington, PA, Elk Grove Village, IL, or East Hanover, NJ.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.

• 401(k) plan with company matching.

• Paid Time Off (PTO).

• Tuition Reimbursement program.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Short Term Disability coverage.

• Group Life and Accidental Insurance.