Technical Sales Engineer

LHH; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base Salary: $130,000 – $135,000 annually

Health Insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off including 2 weeks of vacation

Job summary

A leading precision manufacturing organization in Glendale Heights, IL is seeking a skilled Product Cost Engineer / Manufacturing Estimator. The role requires a mix of manufacturing engineering expertise and cost modeling in a collaborative environment. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field along with 3–5 years of experience in cost estimating and manufacturing engineering. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, emphasizing long-term career growth.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in cost estimating, manufacturing engineering, or applications engineering.
• Demonstrated ability to construct manufacturing plans and cost breakdowns from engineering prints.
• Proficient in GD&T and manufacturing cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates and quotations for machined components.
• Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and aligned with cost targets.
• Support Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA) initiatives and cost-reduction efforts.

Skills

Cost estimating

Manufacturing engineering

Machining processes

Blueprint reading

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

CAD/CAM tools

Job description

Overview

LHH is partnering with a highly respected precision manufacturing organization to identify a Product Cost Engineer / Manufacturing Estimator. This role blends manufacturing engineering expertise with cost modeling and commercial decision-making in a high-mix machining environment.

The organization specializes in a niche area of manufacturing and is widely regarded as top-tier within its industry. The culture is collaborative and casual, with a strong track record of employee tenure and long-term career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates and quotations for machined components produced on screw machines, rotary transfer equipment, and CNC platforms
• Determine appropriate machine platforms, tooling concepts, and manufacturing strategies to support accurate and competitive cost models
• Build manufacturing plans including setup times, run times, labor, raw material, secondary operations, and outside processing
• Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are manufacturable, scalable, and aligned with cost targets
• Support Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA) initiatives and cost-reduction efforts
• Participate in prototype reviews, validation, and new product introductions
• Collaborate with operations to support production ramp-up, capacity planning, and process alignment
• Assist with pricing strategy development, margin analysis, and commercial decision support
• Provide technical support for customer discussions and internal sales teams
• Track and support KPIs related to cost accuracy, margin, quality, and customer satisfaction

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 3–5+ years of experience in cost estimating, manufacturing engineering, process engineering, applications engineering, or hands-on machining
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, including setup logic, cycle time development, tooling concepts, and secondary operations
• Demonstrated ability to construct manufacturing plans and cost breakdowns from engineering prints
• Proficient in blueprint reading, GD&T, and manufacturing cost analysis
• Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and supply chain teams
• Familiarity with ERP systems and CAD/CAM tools
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, DFMA, or stage-gate product development preferred

Culture

• Specialized, niche manufacturing environment recognized as best-in-class within its industry
• Long-tenured workforce with strong institutional knowledge
• Casual, team-oriented work environment
• Base Salary: $130,000 – $135,000 annually
• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage effective Day 1 of employment
• Retirement Plan: 401(k)
• Insurance: Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability coverage effective 90 days after start date
• Paid Time Off:
• 2 weeks of vacation in the first year (negotiable)
• Paid holidays in accordance with company policy
• Employee Wellness Initiatives: Included as part of the benefits program

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