Estimator (Assembly)

Essential Functions

• Review engineering drawings, specifications, BOMs, and manufacturing routes to determine material, labor, tooling, equipment, and processing needs.
• Break down project costs into materials, labor, subcontracted services, overhead, and contingency factors.
• Develop estimates using Excel, ERP systems, and specialized cost-estimating software.
• Collaborate with supply chain to obtain vendor quotes for materials and outside processes.
• Build and maintain internal cost databases and historical archives to improve estimating precision and support continuous improvement.
• Partner with engineering, purchasing, and manufacturing teams to clarify requirements and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Enter RFQ data into ERP systems, prepare bid packages, develop strategic pricing, and support presentation of estimate metrics during management review.