Highlights
By collaborating closely with Fulfillment Services and Operations teams, Estimation Engineers help guarantee timely and high-quality program outcomes while delivering exceptional service. Assess the feasibility of conformance to customer requirements, collaborating with supporting departments to mitigate risks, recommend solutions for Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM) issues, and set customer expectations.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Minnetonka, MN |
| Industry | Engineering Services |
| Company Size | 2,500 to 4,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1987 |
| Website | http://www.stratasys.com/ |
Description
Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing!
Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products and healthcare. Through smart and connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys solutions deliver competitive advantages at every stage in the product value chain. The world's leading organizations turn to Stratasys to transform product design, bring agility to manufacturing and supply chains, and improve patient care.
The Estimation Engineer evaluates Requests for Quotes (RFQs) from customers and Sales, aiming to create accurate and comprehensive quotes that meet customer needs. They set clear expectations regarding technology capabilities, offer technical and Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM) guidance, establish program schedules, and ensure all costs are covered. By collaborating closely with Fulfillment Services and Operations teams, Estimation Engineers help guarantee timely and high-quality program outcomes while delivering exceptional service.
What you will be doing:
Quote Preparation and Customer Engagement:
- Assist in analyzing project requirements and preparing quotes for additive manufacturing projects with limited supervision.
- Collaborate with customers to establish requirements and project objectives.
- Provide recommendations for customer product development and manufacturing methods.
- Assist in analyzing project specifications to determine manufacturing feasibility and scope.
- Support in managing quote documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Utilize knowledge of additive manufacturing processes and supporting functions.
- Utilize quoting software packages to process requests for quotation (RFQs).
- Learn to develop basic cost estimates and project proposals based on established parameters.
- Verify computer-aided design (CAD) data using various CAD software.
- Thoroughly review geometry and requirements, understanding customers' wants and needs for quality, functionality, aesthetics, price, and delivery.
- Review and verify customer documents for acceptance, negotiating changes as needed.
- Communicate major manufacturing issues and negotiate accommodations with customers and Sales.
- Assess the feasibility of conformance to customer requirements, collaborating with supporting departments to mitigate risks, recommend solutions for Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM) issues, and set customer expectations.
- Capture cost of external materials and/or services (hardware, paint, vendor operations).
Customer Communication and Collaboration:
- Participate in conference calls/meetings with customers to convey or clarify technical requirements, provide basic technical assistance and make recommendations for additive manufacturing design optimization.
- Under guidance, review CAD models, technical drawings, and project documentation.
- Assist in serving as a technical liaison between customer and internal teams.
- Participate in internal meetings to strategize large opportunities with operations, sales, and management.
- Participate in basic document reviews to ensure alignment with project requirements.
- Collaborate with Ops departments and the Fulfillment team to ensure a sufficient understanding of customer acceptance criteria and appropriate margins are covered.
Cross-Functional Coordination:
- Utilize knowledge in manufacturing processes and engage subject matter experts for input.
- Work with subject matter experts (SMEs) to increase understanding of manufacturing, quality, and engineering processes.
- Participate in cross-functional teams to identify basic opportunities for process improvement and suggest workflow optimization, supporting a collaborative and innovative work culture.
Support and Process Enhancement:
- Provide backup for Planning and Project Management functions as required.
- Participate in Fulfillment team continuous process improvement (CPI) efforts to improve efficiency, better align processes to support both customers and Operations, and standardize communication of customer requirements.
- Stay informed about basic advancements in additive manufacturing technologies and processes.
Must have for this role:
- Minimum of two years estimation engineering experience, project management, or operations in an additive environment.
- Demonstrated history of showing initiative in process improvement, seeking out learning opportunities and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrate ability to work in a cross-functional team environment and clearly communicate technical requirements and status of assigned projects. Written and verbal communication is clear and concise.
- Understanding of various manufacturing process specs, standards and other technical documents.
- Ability to look through 2D Drawings and understand geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
- Understanding of SolidWorks and/or other CAD programs.
- Must have experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Teams).
- Must be self-motivated and be able to work effectively on projects with minimal direct supervision.
Nice to have:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
- Experience with project leadership and project management skills
- CAD design experience
- Prior experience with various manufacturing methods such as CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, injection molding, vacuum forming, etc.
What you will be part of:
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Additional Information:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Stratasys will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Stratasys is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected Veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against for their race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.
Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis
About Company
OVERVIEW
Stratasys Ltd. was formed in 2012 by the merger of Stratasys Inc. and Objet Ltd. We manufacture 3D printers and materials that create prototypes and manufactured goods directly from 3D CAD files or other 3D content. The 3D printers are based on patented FDM® and PolyJet® inkjet-based technologies.
Stratasys systems are used by manufacturers to create models and prototypes to aid in the new product design process. And they are becoming widely used for production of finished goods in low-volume manufacturing. Systems range from affordable desktop 3D printers to large production systems for direct digital manufacturing.
The FDM process creates parts by extruding molten thermoplastic in fine layers to build the part layer by layer. The PolyJet process also creates parts by building in layers but employs an ink jet style jetting process to apply photopolymers in fine layers and simultaneously cures them with ultraviolet light.
Stratasys also manufacturers Solidscape 3D Printers and operates the RedEye On Demand digital manufacturing service. We have over 1000 employees and hold over 500 granted or pending additive manufacturing patents globally. Our range of 120 3D printing materials is the widest in the industry and includes over 100 proprietary inkjet-based photopolymer materials and 10 proprietary FDM-based thermoplastic materials.
Through our network of certified, value added resellers and distributors, Stratasys delivers responsive, regional support around the globe. Stratasys maintains dual headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota and Rehovot, Israel. Stratasys is a public company that trades on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the symbol SSYS.
OUR TECHNOLGIES
Our 3D printing technologies are additive manufacturing at its best.
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM®)
Prototypes, tools and production parts made with FDM Technology are tough enough to not only test functionality, but hold up under everyday use. Uniquely, FDM uses real thermoplastics like ABS, polycarbonate and ULTEM 9085. The ability to print in these end-use manufacturing materials is the main reason FDM is a highly sought-after 3D printing technology.
PolyJet®
3D printing technology builds precise prototypes and concept models that best mimic how a product will look and feel. Only our PolyJet 3D printers can print multiple digital materials in a single build. That means closer simulation of products and a boost in creativity.
Drop-On-Demand & Smooth Curvature Printing
Most consumer inkjet printers use drop-on-demand technology. Our drop-on-demand 3D printing technology works by depositing up to 12000 droplets per second of a wax-like material onto a build plate in a layer-by-layer fashion to produce wax-like patterns ready for direct casting and other mold making methods of small precision part manufacturing. At 5000 drops-per-inch our proprietary Smooth Curvature Printing (SCP) technology is a jewelry industry favorite. These high precision printers give jewelry designers the freedom to produce creations of the finest feature detail with perfect symmetry and a precise surface finish.
MISSION & VISION
3D printing is bringing about the next industrial revolution. And we’re here to lead it. We’re here to help designers perfect their ideas. We’re here to help manufacturers remake the way they make things. We’re here to give individuals, teams and entire organizations 3D printing systems, services and solutions that transform the way they work.
We see the design process liberated, becoming more iterative and more creative. We see the manufacturing process transformed, becoming more agile and more efficient. We see more communication and collaboration bringing better products to market faster. We see Stratasys 3D Printers in every office, plant, lab and school on earth.
CULTURE
Stratasys is the unquestioned leader in 3D printing. We are makers of professional 3D printers and restless innovators, but great technology is only half of the story. We wouldn’t be the market leader without our talented employees.
We reward initiative and innovation, and encourage employee development.
Cooperation - We are dedicated to honest communication that creates clear expectations, fostering trust and teamwork.
Creativity - We value and reward innovative solutions through an open-minded environment that allows us to grow and enhance our business.
Commitment - We are committed to treating our internal and external customers with respect in a fair working environment while providing high quality, customer-driven solutions.