Technical Sales Engineer: Quotation & Costing Lead

Five Star Plastics Inc; Eau Claire (WI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Star Plastics Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a qualified Estimator to support customer quotations and the estimating process. You will gather technical information, analyze part and tooling requirements, and prepare cost estimates with internal teams.

You will coordinate with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Tooling to obtain inputs, maintain records, and identify cost drivers. The role emphasizes accuracy, problem solving, and continuous improvement in estimating tools and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field.
• 3–5 years manufacturing experience in a technical role.
• Ability to interpret customer drawings, specifications and CAD models.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review RFQs, drawings, specifications, and CAD models to gather information for quotations.
• Prepare part and tooling cost estimates using costing models and procedures.
• Collect and analyze material, labor, tooling, and secondary operation costs.
• Coordinate with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Tooling to obtain inputs.
• Maintain quotation records, costing worksheets, and supporting documentation.
• Assist in evaluating manufacturability and identifying cost drivers.
• Obtain supplier quotations for tooling, materials, and outsourced services.
• Support quote revisions from design changes or customer feedback.
• Track quote activity and report status to management.
• Participate in continuous improvement of estimating processes and tools.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Interpret drawings

Mathematical analysis

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Cost data organization

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Five Star Plastics Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a qualified Estimator to support customer quotations and the estimating process. You will gather technical information, analyze part and tooling requirements, and prepare cost estimates with internal teams.

You will coordinate with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Tooling to obtain inputs, maintain records, and identify cost drivers. The role emphasizes accuracy, problem solving, and continuous improvement in estimating tools and