Pioneer Motor Bearing Co. · 1 week ago
Quotation Engineer – Rotating Equipment Manufacturing
Kings Mountain, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$25/hr - $35/hrPioneer Motor Bearing Company powers critical infrastructure and national defense, providing bearing engineering and manufacturing services for large rotating equipment. As a Quotation Engineer, you will transform technical inputs into reliable cost and schedule estimates for new builds and repairs, supporting the Sales team with accurate information to meet customer expectations.
ManufacturingProduct Design
Responsibilities
Compile complete estimates for repair and manufacturing work, including TVC, labor hour breakdowns, and lead-time commitments
Review drawings, BOMs, process and material specifications; identify gaps and chase missing information
Consult QA, Engineering, and Production to confirm capabilities; document exceptions to customer drawings/specs
Create and maintain estimate quote sheets in Google Drive; prepare time sheets using setup times and machining formulas aligned to current processes
Leverage ERP/CRM history to benchmark past performance and refine assumptions
Obtain valid vendor quotes for raw materials; coordinate outside services and miscellaneous parts we don’t produce
Deliver quick-turn “ballpark” quotes when information is limited, clearly stating assumptions and limits
Support Sales with customer inquiries on quote status, material substitutions, and documented exceptions
Proactively flag complexity risks so Sales can adjust labor rates and set expectations
Cross-train as backup for the procurement agent when needed
Qualification
Required
Self-motivation and the ability to prioritize estimates and hit deadlines with minimal supervision
Strong organization, conceptual thinking, and administrative discipline
Relationship-building skills across administrative and manufacturing teams
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, BOMs, and process/material specifications; working knowledge of CAD for quotation sketches
Practical understanding of manual and CNC machining, tolerances, and efficient methods
Technical experience demonstrated through degree and/or relevant work history
Foundational understanding of fluid film bearings, rotating equipment, and repair/manufacturing methods
Proficiency with Google Sheets and spreadsheets (formulas/functions), Gmail, documents, virtual meetings, shared calendars, and ERP/CRM (Salesforce)
Ability to move safely through the plant/yard and climb stairs in tight storage areas
Preferred
CNC Programming
Manual Machining Skills
CAD/CAM Software
ITAR Compliance
ISO 9001 Certification Experience
AS9100 Experience
Benefits
Overtime: All overtime hours are paid at 2x pay. Vacation and holiday hours count toward the calculation of overtime hours.
Medical coverage: Three plan options; Pioneer pays 95% of employee premiums and contributes significantly toward family member premiums.
HSA/FSA: HSA with $2,000 employer contribution for individuals and $4,000 for dependent plans; FSA available.
Revive supplemental membership: Zero-cost access to 1,000+ generic medications, free primary care telehealth, mental health support, health and wellness coaching, and access to discounted GLP‑1 weight-loss medications.
Other benefits: Dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) safe-harbor matching plus additional ancillary benefits.
Vacation: 2.5 weeks for new hires; 3 weeks after 3 years; scales up to 6 weeks.
Company
Pioneer Motor Bearing Co.
Pioneer Motor Bearing Company supplies original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and end users in the power generation, industrial, and marine markets with engineering, manufacturing and repair services focused on fluid-film bearings and seals for large rotating equipment.
Founded in 1920
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
G
Gordon Bardet
Chairman of the Board of Directors
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