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Estimating Engineer/Cost Estimator
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Estimating Engineer/Cost Estimator at Rotor Clip Estimating Engineer/Cost Estimator at Rotor Clip in Manville, New Jersey Posted in about 24 hours ago.
Type:
full-time
Estimating Engineer/Cost Estimator Location:
Somerset, New Jersey We are a precision manufacturing company seeking a detail-oriented Estimating Engineer to support RFQ activities and cost analysis. This role is responsible for developing accurate manufacturing cost models and competitive selling prices while ensuring production feasibility and margin objectives are met. Responsibilities Review customer RFQs, drawings, and specifications Develop cost estimates including material, labor, tooling, outside processing, and overhead Recommend selling prices aligned with margin goals Analyze historical quote data for consistency Perform capacity analysis Collaborate with Engineering, Sales, Production Control, and Customer Service Respond to time sensitive customer requests Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field preferred 2 to 3 years estimating and manufacturing experience preferred Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Advanced Excel proficiency Excellent organizational and communication skills
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An Estimator provides cost estimates for a project, based on an evaluation of the materials, labor, time and equipment needed to complete the project. May specialize in many aspects of construction or in manufacturing and design industries.
$80,340 / year median in New Jersey
+9% projected growth