Cost Estimator, Engineer - International Staffing Consultants : Job Details

Ideally for this position we would like the candidate to have 20 years' experience in estimating in defense work. Salary: $89,000 - $95,000 per year but open for discussion.You will work with the Sales and Program Management teams to determine if incoming RFQs are compatible with company's capabilities and capacities.Responsible for generating accurate manufacturing quotes as requested by the Sales and Program Management teams in a timely manner.

• Works with Engineering to determine best manufacturing and inspection processes.
• Works directly with purchasing to determine material and OSV costs necessary for quoting.
• Maintains a quoting log.
• Evaluates completed jobs to quotes to determine accuracy of quoting.
• Maintains, organizes, and keeps a clean work area.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of the manufacturing capabilities.
• In depth knowledge of manufacturing processes including cutting rates and techniques for various materials.
• Understanding of Quality Control functions and requirements.
• Expert at reading blueprints and interpreting customer specifications.
• Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms.
• Able to effectively use CAD and electronic quoting software.
• Able to work across several departments as well as suppliers and vendors while maintaining required deadlines.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical engineering, with a focus on manufacturing or process engineering.
• Ten years manufacturing engineering in machining environment.
• Solid Edge & Job Boss experience preferred
• Knowledge of inspection tools and techniques
• Twenty years in Estimating in Defense work

Why is This a Great Opportunity

• A lot of government contracts, lots of opportunity for Career advancement
• They invest $$ in training for their employees.
• Open door policy even to the CEO
• Picnics and lunches other employee appreciation opportunities

Benefits:401(k) matching 4% enroll in 6 months Safety shoe reimbursement, and Prescription Safety Glasses for employeeDental insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time off56 hours of sick leaveReferral programVision insurance