Sourcing RFQ Engineer
About the role
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Sourcing RFQ Engineer based in the United States. The Sourcing RFQ Engineer will play a key role in evaluating manufacturing requirements and delivering accurate, competitive quotes for customers in a global digital manufacturing marketplace. This position combines mechanical engineering expertise, cost analysis, and design-for-manufacturability assessments to support efficient sourcing decisions. You will analyze CAD models and technical drawings, evaluate production methods, and calculate costs across a wide range of manufacturing processes. Working closely with Sales and Engineering teams, you will translate complex technical specifications into clear, actionable recommendations. The role also involves optimizing quoting workflows, maintaining reliable pricing databases, and supporting process automation initiatives. This is an opportunity for an experienced manufacturing professional to apply technical knowledge in a remote, technology-driven environment with an international scope.
Responsibilities
- Analyze technical drawings and 3D CAD models in English to understand specifications, dimensions, tolerances, and production requirements.
- Calculate manufacturing costs, including raw materials, machining hours, labor intensity, and post-processing operations.
- Recommend suitable manufacturing processes based on part geometry, material properties, production requirements, and cost considerations.
- Review 2D drawings and 3D models to evaluate manufacturability and provide design-for-manufacturing (DFM) feedback.
- Prepare, organize, and clarify requests for quotation (RFQs) in collaboration with Sales and Engineering teams.
- Document technical assessments and cost calculations, ensuring clear and accurate transfer of information to