Estimator - Industrial Machinery

Dürr; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading machinery manufacturer based in Farmington Hills, Michigan is seeking an Estimator for Industrial Machinery. In this full-time role, you will provide technical support for sales and engineering, develop accurate proposals, and analyze customer requests for quotes. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and experience in the machine tool industry, with strong skills in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office. This position offers opportunities for global collaboration and problem-solving in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years of machine-specific and/or automotive applications experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret part prints and GD&T.
• Strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and engineering support to sales.
• Analyze customer RFQs and define technical requirements.
• Prepare cost estimates for new machine projects.

Skills

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Hydraulics knowledge

Pneumatics knowledge

Job description

Join to apply for the Estimator – Industrial Machinery role at Dürr. We have an exciting opportunity for an Applications Engineer to join our team! In this role, you will play a key part in supporting our Sales, Product Line Management, and Engineering teams by developing accurate technical proposals and cost estimates for customer RFQs. You’ll help translate customer requirements into innovative machine concepts within the Schenck USA product portfolio and support internal and global partners throughout the proposal and order‑acceptance process.

What You’ll Do

• Provide technical and engineering support.
• Analyze customer requests for quotes (RFQs) and define technical requirements.
• Align customer needs with the Schenck USA product portfolio to develop complete machine concepts.
• Collaborate with Engineering on feasibility reviews and develop detailed Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Prepare cost estimates for new machine technology and rework projects.
• Create comprehensive proposal packages, including machine content descriptions, TOR documents, and feasibility evaluations.
• Travel to customer or supplier sites as needed, including some international travel.

Sales & Product Line Collaboration

• Support Sales and Product Line Managers during customer line‑ups and technical discussions.
• Review customer specifications and provide technical recommendations.
• Participate in order‑acceptance evaluations with PLM.
• Assist in preparing “as‑sold” documentation for internal KOM meetings.
• Provide prompt applications‑engineering information to Project Managers for smooth project turnover.

Cross‑Functional & Global Coordination

• Obtain fixed supplier quotations for major purchased components.
• Coordinate with Operations to determine budgets and schedules from PO receipt through installation/start‑up.
• Support other global Schenck divisions with sales and technical liaison services.
• Contribute to defining modular product systems that meet North American market needs.
• Maintain organized technical resources, including drawings, customer correspondence, and print documentation.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience in Mechanical Controls, Machine Tool, or Applications Engineering.
• Preferred: 3 years of machine‑specific and/or automotive applications experience in the machine tool manufacturing industry.
• Strong computer skills, including AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, physics, mathematics, machine design, electronic controls, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret part prints, GD&T, and automotive inquiry packages.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and discipline in following established processes.

Physical Demands

• Regular standing and walking.
• Ability to speak and hear effectively.
• Manual dexterity required for computer use and handling equipment.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Ability to read, write, perform basic math, and take accurate measurements.
• Occasional bending, twisting, kneeling, or climbing when working near equipment.

Working Environment

• Primarily office‑based with computer and specialized engineering tools.
• Occasional work on manufacturing shop floors at Schenck or customer sites, which may involve exposure to industrial equipment, electrical systems, forklifts, chemicals, and other manufacturing hazards.

Job Information

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Machinery Manufacturing

Dürr Automotive, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment drug and alcohol testing.