Project Estimating Engineer - Machining/Fabrication

Michael Page International

Chicago, Illinois
2 days ago

$100,000–$125,000 Per Year
Full-time

Highlights

Job TitleExperienced Engineer for EstimationJob DescriptionReview customer drawings/RFQs, determine required processes (CNC, machining, welding, finishing). Process Optimization: Identify cost-effective methods, suggest design improvements for manufacturability (DFM), and reduce waste.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Chicago, Illinois
Job Type	Full-time
Industry	Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary	$100,000–$125,000 Per Year
Company Size	10,000 employees or more
Website	https://www.michaelpage.ca/

Description

Job TitleExperienced Engineer for EstimationJob DescriptionReview customer drawings/RFQs, determine required processes (CNC, machining, welding, finishing). Estimate machine hours, labor, and material costs. Cost Analysis: Calculate overhead, profit margins, and total landed costs to provide competitive pricing. Process Optimization: Identify cost-effective methods, suggest design improvements for manufacturability (DFM), and reduce waste. Collaboration: Work with sales (pricing), production (scheduling/feasibility), and management (operational excellence). Documentation: Create Bill of Estimates (BOE), track costs, and maintain cost models. Work within various Costing Software/ERP proficiency.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantExperience in costing and estimating for complex, large product-based engineering projects. Proven experience in a machine shop environment, working with large, machined parts. Strong knowledge of all things CNC Machining (programming not required). Ability to utilize Solidworks and AutoCAD. Technical Degree strongly preferred. Ability to read technical drawings and blueprints. Willingness to work with sales and customers through technically challenging projects.What's on OfferSalary up to $120,000+ based on education and relevant experience. With the right experience, we encourage you to apply if your target is above the listed range! Year end bonus. Health Insurance coverage through BCBS. Vision Insurance coverage. Optional dental plan. 2 weeks of PTO, negotiable. Profit Sharing. Major Holiday closures. More.

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.