Engineering Specialist - Estimator

About Us Welcome to WWCPI! We are seeking a dedicated and analytical Engineering Specialist - Estimator to join our team at our Hillman, MI plant

• In this role, you will play a key part in analyzing project requirements, driving cost-efficiency, and supporting our manufacturing operations.

Visit our website at waynewire.com/careers/

Position Summary

The Engineering Specialist - Estimator analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare accurate time, cost, and labor estimates for our products and processes

Key Responsibilities

• Quote Management: Receive and review Requests for Quotes (RFQs) from customers via phone, mail, email, or fax to determine material, labor, and process requirements
• Cost Estimating & Database: Organize and manage a centralized cost estimating database and formal processes, ensuring historical data is utilized effectively
• Collaboration & Communication: Consult with clients, vendors, and internal teams to formulate estimates, provide lead times, obtain specifications, and resolve issues
• Variance Analysis: Gather data to verify cost information accuracy, compare estimated costs to actual project costs, and provide improvement recommendations to reduce future discrepancies
• Process Improvement: Identify cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement efforts
• Procurement Support: Obtain quotes on raw materials, fittings, and outside services as needed
• Project Leadership: Lead APQP meetings as needed and work alongside prototype engineering to develop customer samples
• Cross-Functional Support: Provide quoting assistance to other business units and participate in special projects as directed

Qualifications & Skills

• Education & Experience: Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college/technical school; or 6 months to 1 year of related experience/training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Technical Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook

• Experience with document management software and ERP software (Global Shop)

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and effectively communicate using simple sketches

• Mathematical Skills: High skills including working with probability, statistical inference, plane/solid geometry, trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions

• Reasoning Ability: High capability to solve practical problems, deal with concrete variables with limited standardization, and interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

• Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to work effectively with customers and employees at all levels of the organization

Additional Requirements

• Travel: Some travel to other sites is required
• Physical & Work Environment: Frequently required to sit, talk, or hear, with occasional standing, walking, and light lifting (up to 10 pounds)
• Work is performed in a moderate noise environment near moving mechanical parts

You Should Be Proficient In

• Measuring and Quoting
• ERP & MRP Systems
• Blueprint Reading