Technical Sales Engineer

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Intek Plastics is seeking an experienced Estimator to support the customer quotation and costing process. You will gather technical information, analyze CAD drawings, and prepare cost estimates to deliver accurate, competitive quotes.

Collaborating with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Purchasing, you will track quote activity, maintain costing databases, and continually improve estimating tools and processes to ensure cost accuracy and on-time quotes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in an engineering/technical field.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience in a technical role is desirable.
• Ability to interpret customer drawings, specifications, and CAD models.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Review RFQs, drawings, specifications, and CAD models to gather information for quotations.
• Prepare part and tooling cost estimates using established costing models and procedures.
• Collect and analyze material, labor, tooling, and secondary operation costs for pricing.
• Coordinate with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Tooling to obtain quote inputs.
• Maintain quotation records, costing worksheets, and supporting documentation.
• Assist in evaluating manufacturability and identifying cost-impacting considerations.
• Obtain supplier quotations for tooling, materials, and outsourced services.
• Support quote revisions due to design changes or updated requirements.
• Track quote activity and report status to management.
• Participate in continuous improvement of estimating processes and tools.
• Serve as primary technical resource for estimation team; back up estimator as needed.

Skills

Cost estimation

CAD model interpretation

Excel

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Engineering Technology / Manufacturing Technology

Tools

CAD software

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Introduction

Intek Plastics specializes in designing, manufacturing, assembling, and delivering a wide variety of customized plastic extrusions in the Fenestration, Hydroponic, Lighting, Refrigeration, and Power Management Industries.

Overview

Support the customer quotation and estimating process by gathering technical information, analyzing part and tooling requirements, preparing cost estimates, and coordinating with internal departments to develop accurate and competitive quotations.

Responsibilities

• Review customer RFQs, drawings, specifications, and CAD models to gather information required for quotations.
• Prepare part and tooling cost estimates using established costing models and procedures.
• Collect and analyze material, labor, tooling, and secondary operation costs to support accurate pricing.
• Coordinate with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Tooling teams to obtain quote inputs.
• Maintain quotation records, costing worksheets, and supporting documentation.
• Assist in evaluating manufacturability and identifying technical considerations that may impact costs or lead times.
• Obtain and coordinate supplier quotations for tooling, materials, and outsourced services.
• support quote revisions resulting from design changes, customer feedback, or updated project requirements.
• Track quote activity, maintain estimating databases, and report status to management.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts related to estimating processes, tools, and cost accuracy.
• Serve as primary technical resource for estimation team members.
• Act as a back up for estimator role as needed.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineer, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or related technical field.

Skills

• 3-5 years Manufacturing experience in a technical role desired.
• Ability to interpret customer drawings, specifications, and CAD models.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
• ability to organize and analyze cost information.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Other Performance Indicators

• Problem solving and identification of (and solutions for) gaps and errors.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make recommendations.
• Demonstrates ability to make and support decisions with accurate and sound business judgment. Includes appropriate people in decision making process and knows when issues should be referred to management.
• Ability to work with peers, group situations, and management in a constructive manner.
• Acts professionally in both positive and negative situations. Takes the initiative to seek and offer help as needed.