Manager of Estimating Engineering

Anchor Mfg; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchor Mfg is seeking an Estimating Engineer to join our manufacturing team in Ohio. The role centers on accurately estimating project costs and timelines for metal stamping, welding, and fabrication, with emphasis on tooling experience.

You will lead the Estimating department, analyze quote opportunities, and coordinate with Engineering on changes, while ensuring competitive pricing and efficient resource allocation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Journeyman Die Maker, or equivalent experience.
• Three years of experience managing projects.
• Strong written, verbal, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling and materials.
• Proficient in reading technical drawings and GD&T.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects.
• Experience in automotive, appliance, or heavy truck industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Estimating department relative to quotation accuracy and priority setting with Sales for quote completion.
• Analyze all quote opportunities to determine if they meet Anchor’s threshold parameters for quoting.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for metal stamping, welding, and fabrication projects from customer specs and drawings.
• Coordinate with Engineering and other departments on active product engineering changes.
• Communicate status of quote backlog at weekly Sales meetings.
• Represent Estimating when clarifying the quoting process with customers.
• Develop additional sources for quoting Capital Equipment for new projects.
• Contribute to APQP process focusing on estimating questions in gates 1, 2, 4 and 5.
• Coordinate completion of customer feasibility forms and Cost Breakdowns.
• Mentor and develop other estimators in the department; drive accountability.
• Develop and mentor other estimators; drive accountability in Estimating Department.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

GD&T skills

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Time management

Tooling knowledge

Manufacturing processes

Industry experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Journeyman Die Maker

Job description

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Estimating Engineer to join our dynamic manufacturing team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our production processes by accurately estimating project costs and timelines, ensuring competitive pricing and efficient resource allocation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in metal stamping, welding, and fabrication, with additional experience in tooling being highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Estimating department relative to the accuracy of the quotations and meeting the priorities established with the Sales group for quote completion.
• Analyze all quote opportunities to determine if they meet Anchor’s threshold parameters for quoting. Report findings to appropriate Sales Rep &/ or Management.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for metal stamping, welding, and fabrication projects based on customer specifications and technical drawings.
• Work with Engineering & applicable departments on active product engineering changes.
• Communicate status of quote backlog with the sales group at the weekly sales meeting.
• Represent the Estimating department when called on by the customer to clarify the quoting process.
• Work to develop additional sources for the quoting of Capital Equipment needed for new projects.
• Develop an environment that is continually searching for the most cost-effective way to process parts to maximize profit for the company.
• Actively participate in the APQP process at Anchor, focusing on the estimating related questions in gates 1, 2, 4 and 5.
• Coordinate the completion of customer feasibility forms & Cost Breakdowns as required.
• Ensure the development of the other estimators in the department. Drive accountability within the Estimating Department.

Join our innovative team where continuous growth, technical excellence, and a collaborative work environment are at the core of our success. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development, supporting your career advancement in the manufacturing industry.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Journeyman Die Maker, or equivalent in experience.
• Three years of experience in managing projects
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, and materials
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings and specifications, strong GD&T skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Prior experience in the industries of automotive, appliance, or heavy truck is preferred