Pricing/Sourcing Mechanical Engineer – Costing & Quoting

OpenKrill; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Xometry, a leading digital manufacturing marketplace, seeks an experienced engineer to analyze CAD models and drawings, assess manufacturability, and provide DFM feedback to support accurate quoting.

You will calculate costs across materials, machining hours, and post-processing, document calculations for the Sales team, and help drive quote quality and process automation. Fluent English required; remote work in the US.

Qualifications

• Requires higher technical education in mechanical/manufacturing disciplines.
• 6+ years of metalworking or mechanical engineering experience.
• Expert knowledge of machining and fabrication processes (turning, milling, CNC, EDM, laser/waterjet, sheet metal, welding).
• Understanding of post-processing methods (polishing, heat treatment, coatings, painting).
• Knowledge of materials properties across metals, plastics, composites.
• English level B2+.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings and CAD models to assess manufacturability for quoting.
• Calculate manufacturing costs (materials, machining hours, post-processing).
• Provide recommendations on manufacturing processes to optimize quotes.
• Document and transfer calculations to Sales/Commercial teams.
• Review 3D models and 2D drawings for quoting and manufacturability feedback.
• Organize RFQs and clarify details with Sales and Engineering teams.
• Maintain quote databases and ensure timely updates.
• Deliver high-quality and accurate quotes ideally within 1–2 working hours.
• Support process automation initiatives and workflow optimization.

Skills

Technical drawing interpretation

Tooling & fixture design

Manufacturing processes expertise

Coatings and heat treatment

Labor intensity and manufacturability

CAM programming for CNC

Education

Higher technical education (Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, or similar)

Tools

CAD/CAM

CRM

Cloud systems

Job description

Xometry (NASDAQ: XMTR) powers the industries of today and tomorrow by connecting the people with big ideas to the manufacturers who can bring them to life. Xometry’s digital marketplace gives manufacturers the critical resources they need to grow their business while also making it easy for buyers at Fortune 1000 companies to tap into global manufacturing capacity.

In this role, you will analyze CAD models and technical drawings, assess manufacturability, calculate costs, and provide DFM feedback to ensure accurate and timely quoting for our customers.

This position combines deep technical expertise in manufacturing processes with strong analytical and communication skills.

How You’ll Contribute:

• Analyze drawings and CAD models (in English)
• Calculate manufacturing costs (materials, machining hours, post-processing)
• Provide recommendations on manufacturing processes where needed
• Document and transfer calculations to the Sales/Commercial team
• Review 3D models and 2D drawings for quoting and manufacturability feedback
• Organize RFQs and clarify details with Sales and Engineering teams
• Maintain quote databases and ensure timely updates
• Deliver high-quality and accurate quotes ideally within 1–2 working hours
• Support process automation initiatives and workflow optimization

What You’ll Bring to Xometry:

• Education: Higher technical education (Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, or similar)
• Experience: 6+ years of experience in metalworking / mechanical engineering
• Technical Expertise: Expert knowledge of machining and fabrication processes – turning, milling, CNC machining, EDM, laser/waterjet/plasma cutting, sheet metal processing, and welding
• Post-Processing Knowledge: Understanding of post-processing methods – polishing, hardening, heat treatment, anodizing, sand/shot blasting, coatings, and painting
• Materials Knowledge: Knowledge of different materials (metals, plastics, composites) and their processing properties
• Language: English level B2+
• Customer Focus: Customer-oriented mindset and ability to clearly explain technical details
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and ability to work under time pressure
• Technical Fluency: IT-enthusiast, ready to adopt modern tools and software (CAD/CAM, CRM, cloud systems)

Core Technical Expertise:

• Technical drawing interpretation – proficiency 5/5
• Tooling & fixture design for machining, assembly, and welding – proficiency 3/5
• Manufacturing processes expertise (laser/waterjet cutting, turning, milling, grinding, EDM, sheet metal fabrication) – proficiency 5/5
• Coatings and heat treatment – proficiency 3/5
• Labor intensity and manufacturability assessment – proficiency 5/5
• CAM programming for CNC (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, CypCut) – proficiency 3/5, with readiness for further training

Work Conditions:

• Full-time remote work (home office)
• Flexible schedule aligned with the US Eastern Time Zone
• Company-provided desktop PC and monitor
• Stable high-speed internet and comfortable workspace required

Holiday Calendar:

• EU or local holiday

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