Cost Estimator: Quotation & Budgeting Expert

Thunderbird Molding; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching program

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

9 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Thunderbird Molding is seeking a Cost Estimator to lead budgeting estimates and quotations for equipment and tooling investments to support engineering projects. You will collaborate across departments to gather data and develop detailed cost projections for viable, competitive proposals.

The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency with MS Office, and the ability to communicate effectively with customers and subcontractors. Onsite work in Elkhart, IN is expected.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of costing methods and volume calculations.
• Ability to write reports and correspondence.
• Ability to present information and answer questions from customers and suppliers.
• Ability to apply algebra, geometry, and trigonometry to cost estimates.
• Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate feasibility of customer requests for quotation.
• Prepare quotations for piece parts, assemblies, and tooling.
• Interface with customers and subcontractors on tooling quotes.
• Control customer and plastics drawings and related documents.
• Select and evaluate subcontractors.
• Schedule and purchase material for prototype runs.
• Participate on multi-disciplinary teams for product quality planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Costing methods

Volume calculations

Print reading

3D visualization

Report writing

Presentation

Algebra/geometry/trigonometry

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Word

Spreadsheets

MS Office Suite

Job description

Thunderbird Molding is seeking a Cost Estimator to lead budgeting estimates and quotations for equipment and tooling investments to support engineering projects. You will collaborate across departments to gather data and develop detailed cost projections for viable, competitive proposals.

The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency with MS Office, and the ability to communicate effectively with customers and subcontractors. Onsite work in Elkhart, IN is expected.