Inside Sales: Mechanical Estimator & Proposal Engineer

Komline; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Komline is seeking an Estimator, Inside Sales Applications Engineer to collaborate with the sales team, develop cost estimates, and prepare detailed technical proposals for customized machining solutions. The role requires a mechanical engineering background and experience in cost estimation, with strong drafting and MS Office skills.

You will work with Engineering and Manufacturing to craft accurate quotations, assist with proposal drawings, and support market studies and promotional activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering with 5+ years of machine cost estimating experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrated skills in mechanical design and understanding of mechanical systems.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word and Excel) and drafting experience with AutoCAD.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to resolve detailed issues.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet stakeholder expectations.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and comprehensive quotes for products.
• Perform preliminary system sizing quotations for custom machinery (filter tank volumes, pump sizing, temperature control).
• Contact suppliers to obtain component pricing.
• Join Sales Reps at customer sites to gather project information.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to include inputs in quotations and proposals.
• Assist in creating proposal drawings as needed.
• Conduct market studies and product analyses as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical design

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Prioritization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Salesforce

Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP

Job description

Komline is seeking an Estimator, Inside Sales Applications Engineer to collaborate with the sales team, develop cost estimates, and prepare detailed technical proposals for customized machining solutions. The role requires a mechanical engineering background and experience in cost estimation, with strong drafting and MS Office skills.

You will work with Engineering and Manufacturing to craft accurate quotations, assist with proposal drawings, and support market studies and promotional activities