Estimator (Manufacturing)

ZipRecruiter; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic multi-site manufacturing company is seeking a Sales Engineer/Estimator to enhance their customer engagement and sales processes. This role focuses on providing technical support, generating cost estimates, and fostering strong relationships with clients in the Industrial, Medical, and Defense markets. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and offers competitive compensation and benefits. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and contribute to exciting projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience required.
• 6+ years of experience in sales engineering for industrial products.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical sales support and generate cost estimates for clients.
• Collaborate with customers to tailor products to their needs.
• Build relationships and report on market changes affecting offerings.

Skills

Technical Sales Support

Cost Analysis

Customer Relationship Management

Sales Techniques

Report Writing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

8 years of machining and/or fabricating experience

Job description

Job Description

Description:

Are you interested in working for a dynamic multi-site manufacturing company that participates in Industrial, Medical, and Defense markets? A growing organization with experienced leadership and opportunities for growth? A company utilizing the latest technology to enhance job functions and speed to market to capture more business? Offering very competitive compensation and benefits?

If you have the required skills, a desire to grow, and are willing to roll up your sleeves and have fun, then consider applying!

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Position Summary:

The Sales Engineer/Estimator supports customers by providing technical knowledge and expertise. This active, front-facing role involves engaging with customers regularly to develop quotations and understand technical information. The goal is to increase sales and win business from provided quotations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide technical sales support to clients with detailed layouts and cost analysis.
2. Review documents such as customer design specifications and requests to assess feasibility and applicability.
3. Generate cost estimates and quotations; perform follow-up activities to secure new business.
4. Participate in the contract review process to share learned information.
5. Assist design engineering with schematics or drawings development.
6. Sell and propose products, systems, and services requiring technical engineering and cost knowledge.
7. Collaborate with customers and production engineering to tailor products or services to customer needs.
8. Establish rapport and build relationships with customers.
9. Demonstrate product and service advantages over competitors to potential customers.
10. Report on market changes affecting company offerings.
11. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology or 8 years of machining and/or fabricating experience required in lieu of a degree
• Minimum 6+ years of related industry experience required.
• Previous experience as a Sales Engineer in precision machining and/or metal fabrication for industrial and defense products.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and sales proposals.
• Ability to conduct product, customer, and market research.
• Proven record of generating innovative and practical ideas.
• Team player with attention to detail and innovative thinking.
• Understanding of sales techniques.

Physical Requirements/Abilities:

Office environment with minimal lifting of thirty pounds or less. May require navigating stairs and moving through the plant for guided tours.