Manager of Estimating Engineering

ANCHOR MANUFACTURING ACQUISITION COMPANY LLC; Kentucky; Presencial; USD 70 000 - 100 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

ANCHOR MANUFACTURING ACQUISITION COMPANY LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Estimating Engineer to join our manufacturing team in Kentucky. You will accurately estimate project costs and timelines for metal stamping, welding, and fabrication, collaborating with engineering and other departments on changes.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent), 3+ years in project management, and strong GD&T and communication skills.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Three years of project management experience.
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, and materials.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to read drawings and GD&T.
• Effective communication and collaboration.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Experience in automotive, appliance, or heavy truck industries preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the Estimating department relative to quotation accuracy and quote completion priorities.
• Analyze quote opportunities against threshold parameters and report findings.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for metal stamping, welding, and fabrication projects.
• Collaborate with Engineering and other departments on product changes.
• Communicate quote backlog status at weekly sales meetings.
• Represent Estimating to customers for quoting process clarification.
• Develop additional sources for capital equipment quoting.
• Foster cost-focused processes to maximize profit.
• Participate in APQP gates 1, 2, 4, and 5 related to estimating.

Conhecimentos

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Journeyman Die Maker

Ferramentas

GD&T

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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