Estimating Engineer — Custom Machinery & Automation

Connect-Force; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect-Force is seeking an Estimating Engineer in Southeast Michigan to evaluate customer requirements, develop cost estimates, and prepare technical proposals for custom machinery and automation projects. The role blends mechanical engineering knowledge with manufacturing cost analysis and cross-team collaboration.

The ideal candidate enjoys interpreting drawings and BOMs, evaluating manufacturing costs, and delivering practical solutions for customer applications.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical/manufacturing engineering, estimating, or proposal roles.
• Able to interpret blueprints and technical specifications.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Experience with cost estimation and BOMs.
• Ability to coordinate across engineering and manufacturing teams.

Responsibilities

• Review specs and drawings to determine scope and feasibility.
• Develop detailed cost estimates for custom machinery and automation.
• Prepare quotations and proposals with supporting docs.
• Estimate material, fabrication, and labor costs.
• Collaborate with suppliers to obtain pricing and lead times.
• Support handoffs to engineering and production.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Manufacturing engineering

Estimating

Technical proposals

Industrial equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

ERP systems

Job description

Connect-Force is seeking an Estimating Engineer in Southeast Michigan to evaluate customer requirements, develop cost estimates, and prepare technical proposals for custom machinery and automation projects. The role blends mechanical engineering knowledge with manufacturing cost analysis and cross-team collaboration.

The ideal candidate enjoys interpreting drawings and BOMs, evaluating manufacturing costs, and delivering practical solutions for customer applications.