Machining Estimator: CNC/Manual Bids & Travel

RMS Energy; Middletown (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits

Career growth

401(k) match

Top-tier equipment

Compensated travel time + per diem

Education support

Generous PTO

Employee assistance program

Job summary

RMS Energy seeks a Machining Estimator to prepare quotes for machined components and multi-discipline projects. You will review blueprints, RFQs, and material specs, develop process routings and costs, and coordinate with vendors to ensure accurate, competitive bids.

Join a fast-growing power industry firm with safety, teamwork, and growth at its core. Travel up to 15% and opportunities for education support and advancement are available.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as machinist, estimator, or manufacturing engineer in a shop setting.
• Understanding of machining processes, setups, workholding, and tooling and how it drives costs.
• Ability to read blueprints including GD&T and tolerances for bid docs.
• Knowledge of common metals and their effect on machinability and cost.
• Awareness of safety practices and site hazards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Good organizational and time management skills with deadlines.
• Clear verbal and written communication with customers in mind.
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools and MS Excel.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing estimates, quotes, and proposals for multi-discipline projects.
• Review RFQs, blueprints, and material specs with guidance from senior estimators.
• Interpret drawings to assess manufacturability and cost drivers.
• Develop machining routings and estimate setup and cycle times for CNC operations.
• Identify material grades and calculate material requirements and costs.
• Request quotes from vendors and compare pricing and scope.
• Maintain estimating tools, pricing databases, and cost models.
• Schedule bid meetings and track action items with stakeholders.
• Gather input for preliminary schedules and lead times.
• Participate in pre-sale site walk-throughs to evaluate scope and safety.
• Ensure proposals include required documentation and certifications.
• Prepare handoff packages for awarded projects.

Skills

Machining processes

Blueprint reading

Material knowledge

Safety awareness

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication skills

Precision measuring

MS Excel

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Manufacturing or MET

Machinist apprenticeship

Tools

JobBOSS

E2 Shop System

ProShop ERP

SolidWorks

Job description

RMS Energy seeks a Machining Estimator to prepare quotes for machined components and multi-discipline projects. You will review blueprints, RFQs, and material specs, develop process routings and costs, and coordinate with vendors to ensure accurate, competitive bids.

Join a fast-growing power industry firm with safety, teamwork, and growth at its core. Travel up to 15% and opportunities for education support and advancement are available.