Estimator - Manufacturing

Waltonen Engineering Inc.; Troy (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Vacation and Holiday pay

Employer matching 401K

Hybrid work schedule after 90 days for

Tuition Reimbursement

FSAs

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Employee Referral Program

Additional Voluntary Benefit Programs

Off-site company events & Employee Lun

Job summary

Waltonen Engineering, Inc. is seeking an Estimator to join our team in Michigan. The role focuses on accurate costing and scheduling for automotive tooling projects, including fixture build and CNC processes.

You will collaborate with project managers and customers to prepare quotes, review contracts, and manage revisions while supporting invoicing packages. A strong manufacturing background and analytical mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in manufacturing or tooling.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret drawings.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes including fixture build and CNC machining.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Willingness to work overtime and adapt to fluctuating workloads.
• Knowledge of welding and mechanics.
• Experience with quotes, contracts and change orders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review project quotes and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure timely execution of projects.
• Meet financial goals and contribute to bid accuracy.
• Participate in customer meetings as required.
• Review contracts and approve changes.
• Generate ship-ready drawings and revision documentation.
• Assist administration with invoicing packages for projects.
• Demonstrate understanding of complex mechanisms to support quoting.

Skills

Estimating

Blueprint reading

Analytical skills

MS Office

Overtime flexibility

Welding knowledge

Mechanics knowledge

Communication skills

Tools

MS Office

Paperless Parts

BIW tooling

Job description

Waltonen is actively seeking an Estimator to join our team!

Job Responsibilities

• Report to the Independence Tooling Solutions Operations Manager.
• Perform accurate estimating for project costs and timelines to ensure financial goals are met.
• Meet and exceed company financial goals.
• Participate in customer meetings as required.
• Collaborate with managers to prepare and review quotes.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all quotes and quote check-off lists.
• Review and approve contracts.
• Authorize shop order numbers for new projects.
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure smooth project execution.
• Assign tasks to managers for revisions and authorize change revision numbers.
• Coordinate support documents with administration for revisions.
• Gather and organize all affected drawings, sketches, and notes for revisions.
• Prepare customer forms and invoicing packages for administration.
• Ensure affected drawings are ready for shipping.
• Demonstrate the ability to understand and work with complex mechanisms.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing techniques and procedures, including fixture build and CNC machining.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to work from blueprints, written documentation, or electronic media.
• Strong analytical skills to understand customer requirements and select alternate solutions.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed and adapt to fluctuating workloads.
• Knowledge of welding and mechanics.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in machine and tool procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with BIW (Body-in-White) tooling and fixture quoting.
• Experience with Paperless Parts is a plus.
• Experience in industries such as defense, aerospace, and government.

Benefits

• Medical,Dental & Vision Insurance
• Vacation and Holiday pay
• Employer matching 401K
• Hybrid work schedule after 90 days for eligible positions
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Programs(FSAs)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Additional Voluntary Benefit Programs
• Off-site company events & Employee Luncheons

Who are we?

Independence Tooling is a leader in high-precision custom tooling, jigs, and assembly equipment for the automotive, aerospace, heavy machinery, defense, and energy industries. Our in-house capabilities meet the most stringent industry requirements and deliver high-quality cost-effective solutions. Encouraged by the team approach we foster, our craftsmen proudly commit themselves to meeting client needs on time and within budget. Waltonen Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, weight, height, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.