Estimator - Manufacturing

Waltonen Engineering; Troy (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K match

Hybrid schedule after 90 days

Tuition reimbursement

FSAs

Disability insurance

Employee referral program

Company events

Job summary

Waltonen Engineering in Michigan is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team. You will develop accurate cost estimates and timelines for customer projects, review quotes with managers, and help drive on-time delivery.

The role requires hands-on knowledge of manufacturing techniques, fixture build, CNC machining, and the ability to read blueprints. You will collaborate across departments and participate in customer meetings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing techniques including fixture build and CNC machining.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to work from blueprints, written documentation, or electronic media.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimating for project costs and timelines to meet financial goals.
• Collaborate with managers to prepare and review quotes.
• Review and approve contracts and change revision numbers.
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure smooth project execution and shipping readiness.
• Gather drawings, sketches and notes for revisions and prepare invoicing packages.

Skills

Manufacturing knowledge

Blueprint reading

CNC machining

MS Office

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

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

All employees are required to work within the confines and responsibilities of the quality system.

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.