Estimator

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Primary Responsibilities Estimator/Proposal Engineer:

• The Estimator/Proposal Engineer is Responsible for working directly with the VP of Operations, Senior Estimator, Process Engineers, Sales and Project Managers to manage the RFQ / Proposal In a manner that meets the customer requirements (cost, timing, quality), maximizes our company objectives (cost, margin, quality) while delivering overall satisfaction to both the Customer and our Stakeholders.

• Developing detailed quotations in regard to Capital Equipment and Manufacturing Tooling used in the fabrication and assembly of automotive components. Analyze RFQ / Project Scope requirements and coordinate them with our Process Engineering team.

• Define or assist in defining manufacturing process steps and sequences of operations.

• Construct cost estimates of material and manufacturing costs by reviewing functional information, engineering drawings and customer specifications.

• Coordinate project controls requirements with Controls Engineering Staff (System, PLC, Pipe & Wire) and integrate associated costs into the proposal cost and summary sheets.

• Solicit competitive sources (or assist Purchasing) if required for; Purchased Capital Equipment, raw materials and outside services.

• Assist in the preparation of proposals / sales presentations that explain; proposed process / system, project and end-user requirements.

• Perform other tasks as required and assigned by Management (Customer meetings, Project line-ups, End-User Plant Visits etc.).

Education/Skills/Experience Estimator/Proposal Engineer:

• 5-7+ years of cost estimator/proposal engineer experience in automotive preferred.

• Experience with Control and Mechanical estimation/proposal experience highly desired.

• Demonstrated knowledge of a variety of manufacturing processes (Robotic, Fixtures, Cells, General Capital) and latest technologies used within the processes.

• Metal stamping, assembly experience preferred (Automotive)

• Ability to read Blueprints (Product / Machine Detail / Machine Layouts / Facility)

• Ability to comprehend customer requirements from specifications / RFQ's and integrates each into competitive project estimates and detailed proposals.

• Experience or background in Project / Program management and a comprehensive understanding of Project Management tools and procedures as they relate to the development of (Design/Build/Install) manufacturing systems.

• Engineering Change / Cost Change Experience, ability to effectively negotiate with customers. Sense of urgency and attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with customers and suppliers in a professional manner.

• Demonstrated detail orientation, judgment and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and successfully complete proposals with minimal oversight required

• Bachelor's degree (Engineering or Business) or equivalent experience highly desired.

• MS Office: Computer Proficiency with standard software packages, including Word, Power Point, Project, Outlook and Excel.

• Must have the ability to create formal proposal documents that are presentable to our customers (Word Documents, PowerPoint, Project etc.).

• Ability to create and / or use costing templates (Excel) and provide; Detail summaries (Total Cost- Labor/Material/Outside Services), what-if scenarios in relation to overall Project Margin (using Direct O/H, Variable Cost & Profit Drivers).

• Must have the ability to prioritize and balance multiple projects / proposals and coordinate customer directed quote timelines to ensure timely completion with minimal supervision.