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DISHER Talent · 1 month ago

Sales Estimating Engineer

Holland, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

DISHER is partnering with a leading global provider of deep draw metal stamping solutions. The Sales Estimating Engineer will analyze customer requests, determine material needs, seek supplier quotes, and estimate costs while collaborating with the sales team and guiding engineering and production during project implementation.

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Responsibilities

Review customer requests, to carefully analyze customer drawings, specifications, and RFQs (Request for Quotations), to assess project requirements

Define the specific tasks involved in the project, including material selection, tooling design, stamping operations, and potential secondary operations (e.g., welding, assembly)

Complete technical feasibility reviews (TLP's), analyze the design for manufacturability (DFM) and identify potential issues such as material limitations, tooling complexity, and potential for scrap

Create realistic project schedules, considering all necessary steps and potential lead times

Determine the type and quantity of materials required

Obtain quotes from material suppliers and vendors for outside processes

Estimate the cost of tooling, engineering, and prototyping

Estimate the labor hours required for various operations

Prepare comprehensive cost estimates, accounting for secondary operations, tool repair and OSP costs

Summarize all cost estimates and prepare a detailed cost breakdown

Create a professional and well-organized quotation document

Submit the quotation to the customer within the agreed-upon timeframe and follow up with the sales team to answer any questions and address any concerns

Collaborate with the sales team to understand customer needs and negotiate contract terms

Provide technical support during customer presentations and meetings

Provide technical guidance to the engineering and production teams during project implementation

Assist in resolving any manufacturing or quality issues that may arise during production

Analyze project performance data to identify areas for cost reduction and process improvement

Qualification

Metal stamping processesCAD softwareAnalytical skillsMaterials scienceEngineering drawings interpretationMathematical skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsAttention to detailProblem-solving skills