Precision Machining & Fabrication Estimator — Nuclear/DoD

JOHNSON SERVICE GROUP; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Relocation assistance

Profit sharing

PTO

Costco membership

Gym membership

Job summary

Johnson Service Group in Burlington, VT or Detroit, MI is seeking a Project Estimator to produce high-quality cost estimates for engineered projects that are highly mechanical, including welding and machining. You will analyze drawings, specs and customer requirements to develop labor hours, material needs and manufacturing plans, while collaborating with engineering, production and purchasing.

The role offers full benefits, potential relocation assistance, and long-term growth in a growing

Qualifications

• 2+ years estimating experience for tight tolerance components.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T.
• U.S. Citizenship is required due to federal contracts.
• Background in machining or metal fabrication in regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining and welding processes.

Responsibilities

• Review RFQs, technical drawings, specs and customer requirements for machining and fabrication work.
• Develop accurate cost estimates including labor, materials, outside processing, tooling and overhead.
• Evaluate manufacturability of parts and assemblies including CNC machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, and complex assemblies.
• Prepare detailed cost breakdowns and proposals for submission to customers.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and purchasing to ensure estimates reflect current manufacturing capabilities and supplier costs.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, alternate manufacturing methods, and process improvements.
• Maintain estimating databases, including standard labor times, material costs and supplier pricing.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear, Naval, and defense program requirements, including documentation and traceability.

Skills

Estimating

Drawing interpretation

GD&T

CNC machining

Welding

Cost analysis

Manufacturing knowledge

Job description

Johnson Service Group in Burlington, VT or Detroit, MI is seeking a Project Estimator to produce high-quality cost estimates for engineered projects that are highly mechanical, including welding and machining. You will analyze drawings, specs and customer requirements to develop labor hours, material needs and manufacturing plans, while collaborating with engineering, production and purchasing.

The role offers full benefits, potential relocation assistance, and long-term growth in a growing