Quoting & NPI Engineer

ALTEK, Inc.; Spokane, Coeur d'Alene (WA, ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEK, Inc. is seeking a Quoting & NPI Engineer in Spokane, WA to bridge program managers, manufacturing, quality and supply chain.

You will evaluate customer requirements, develop accurate cost estimates and quotations, assess manufacturability, and lead new product introductions from quotation through production launch. The role involves reviewing RFQs, drawings and specifications, analyzing manufacturability, creating detailed cost estimates, and coordinating with suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or related field; equivalent mix of education and experience considered.
• 3–7+ years in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, cost estimating, quotation management, NPI or related roles.
• Experience in aerospace/defense/medical device or other regulated environments preferred.
• Experience reading engineering drawings, GD&T, specs and customer requirements.
• Experience with ERP/MRP, cost estimation and manufacturing processes.
• Strong knowledge of machining, assembly and injection molding processes.
• Proficient with CAD and documentation; familiarity with quality systems (AS9100/ISO 9001).
• Knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, FAI, PPAP and APQP methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Review customer RFQs, drawings, specifications, models, and quality requirements.
• Analyze product designs for manufacturability and identify technical risks.
• Communicate DFM feedback to customers in written or verbal form.
• Develop detailed cost estimates including labor, materials, tooling, processing, equipment and overhead.
• Collaborate with supply chain and vendors for pricing.
• Determine processes, routings, cycle times, equipment needs and lead times.
• Prepare accurate and competitive quotations within deadlines.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process optimization during quoting.
• Maintain quotation records, assumptions and supporting docs.
• Lead NPI activities from order receipt through production launch.
• Review requirements and ensure flow-down of technical, quality and regulatory needs.
• Lead design reviews, manufacturability assessments and process development.
• Create and validate manufacturing processes, work instructions and inspection requirements.
• Lead tooling evaluation, tooling design and fixture development with lead times.
• Monitor launch performance and resolve technical/quality issues.
• Support production teams during initial builds and ramp-up.
• Serve as technical resource for cross-functional teams.
• Assist root cause analysis and corrective actions for NPI issues.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to reduce cost, improve quality, and shorten lead times.
• Maintain configuration control and lifecycle documentation.
• Support quality system implementations and customer-specific requirements.
• Participate in Lean/Six Sigma CI initiatives.

Skills

Cost estimation

DFM

NPI

Lean / Six Sigma

ERP/MRP

CAD

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

CAD software

ERP/MRP

GD&T

MS Office

Job description

Summary: The Quoting & NPI Engineer serves as the technical bridge between program managers, manufacturing, quality and supply chain functions. This role is responsible for evaluating customer requirements, developing accurate cost estimates and quotations, assessing manufacturability and leading the successful introduction of new products into production. The position plays a critical role in ensuring customer expectations, quality requirements, cost targets, and delivery objectives are achieved from quotation through production launch.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Quoting and Cost Estimating

• Review customer RFQs, drawings, specifications, models, and quality requirements.
• Analyze product designs for manufacturability and identify technical risks.
• Communicate DFM feedback to customers through written or verbal presentations.
• Develop detailed cost estimates including labor, material, tooling, outside processing, equipment, and overhead costs.
• Collaborate with supply chain and vendors to obtain material and subcontractor pricing.
• Determine manufacturing processes, routings, cycle times, equipment requirements and lead times.
• Prepare accurate and competitive quotations within required deadlines.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process optimization during the quotation phase.
• Maintain quotation records, assumptions, and supporting documentation.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Lead technical execution for cross-functional NPI activities from order receipt through production launch.
• Review customer requirements and ensure flow-down of technical, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead design reviews, manufacturability assessments, and process development activities.
• Create and validate manufacturing processes, work instructions, and inspection requirements.
• Lead evaluation for tooling requirements, tooling design, fixture development, and process validation activities and associated lead times.
• Monitor launch performance and drive resolution of technical, quality, and production issues.
• Support production teams during initial builds and ramp-up activities.

Technical and Continuous Improvement

• Serve as a technical resource for customers, program managers, quality, manufacturing, and operations teams.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions implementations for NPI-related issues.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements that reduce cost, improve quality, and shorten lead times.
• Maintain configuration control and documentation throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support implementation and compliance with quality management systems and customer-specific requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field strongly preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing experience may be considered.
• 3-7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, cost estimating, quotation management, NPI, or related roles.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, medical device, precision machining, electronics manufacturing, or other regulated manufacturing environments preferred.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems, cost estimation, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, assembly and injection molding.
• Ability to perform cost analysis and develop accurate manufacturing estimates.
• Proficiency with CAD software and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, or other applicable quality management systems.
• Familiarity with PFMEA, Control Plans, First Article Inspection (FAI), PPAP, and APQP methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.