Manufacturing Engineer_ Should Costing

Quest Global; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global, a leading engineering services provider in Bengaluru, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to drive process planning, NX CAM programming, should-costing, and manufacturing activities for aerospace components. You will develop cost models, optimize multi-axis machining strategies, and assess supplier quotations to ensure cost targets are met.

The role requires strong expertise in NX12, CAM programming, and manufacturing cost analysis, with a focus on delivering high-quality components for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• 4–7+ years of cost engineering, manufacturing, or procurement experience.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand aerospace component drawings.
• Create manufacturing process 3D models using Siemens NX12.
• Generate multi-axis CNC programs using NX12 and above.
• Define optimized manufacturing processes and cost models.
• Analyze costs across materials, labor, overhead, and supply chain.
• Review supplier quotations against cost models.

Skills

NX12 multi-axis programming

3D model generation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Siemens NX12

Job description

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Key Responsibilities

Role Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer will actively participate in process planning, NX CAM programming, should-costing, and other manufacturing engineering activities for aerospace components. The role requires strong expertise in multi-axis machining, process optimization, and also responsible for developing detailed cost models to estimate the “should cost” of mechanical products, components.

• Read and understand the Aerospace components Engineering and Stage drawings.
• Create Manufacturing process 3D models using Siemens NX12.
• Generate multi axis CNC programs using NX12 and above.
• Define the optimized manufacturing process.
• Develop and maintain should-cost models for components, assemblies, and products
• Analyze materials, manufacturing processes, labor, overhead, and supply chain costs
• Evaluate design proposals to determine which one best meets cost requirement.
• Understand all GD&T symbols and should be able to apply for manufacturing process and their applications.
• Selection of Cutting tools, CNC Machines and Advanced Holding Fixtures for manufacturing.
• Conduct cost analyses proposals to determine whether the proposed solution is feasible or whether modifications should be made.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities
• Review supplier quotations and validate pricing against internal cost models

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 4–7+ years of experience in cost engineering, manufacturing, or procurement

Preferred Qualifications & Key Skills

• Hands-on experience on generating 3D models & multi axis CNC programs using NX12 and above.
• Experience in industries such as automotive, aerospace, or industrial manufacturing
• Knowledge on manufacturing Process such as conventional and non-Conventional machining.
• Communication & presentation skills

We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.

We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.