Quoting Engineer
The Quoting Engineer at Confidential Client is responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and customer quotations by analyzing engineering drawings, specifications, and CAD models. This role involves cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to develop cost models and ensure quotes meet margin targets. The position supports process improvements and cost analysis in a regulated manufacturing environment, requiring strong analytical and organizational skills.
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Overview
Confidential Client is seeking a detail-oriented Quoting Engineer to prepare accurate cost estimates and customer quotations for new and existing product opportunities. This is a mid-to-entry-level, full-time, individual contributor role reporting to the Technical Solutions Manager. The position is onsite at the Big Lake, MN location (with occasional travel to a nearby site).
What You’ll Do
- Prepare detailed cost estimates and customer quotations for RFQs
- Review engineering drawings, specifications, and CAD models to extract cost drivers
- Develop cost models including labor, materials, overhead, and tooling
- Validate routing and process assumptions with Engineering and Operations
- Estimate cost impact of design changes and engineering revisions
- Ensure quotes meet established margin targets and support pricing review prior to submission
- Perform post-award cost validation and basic variance analysis
- Coordinate RFQ activity between Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain
- Participate in technical reviews and program kick-off meetings
- Maintain estimating tools, templates, and cost databases
- Identify opportunities to improve quoting accuracy and efficiency
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Engineering, Finance, or a related field; relevant experience will be considered in lieu of degree
- Understanding of manufacturing processes
- Strong blueprint reading skills and familiarity with CAD
- Analytical mindset with strong organizational skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate cost assumptions clearly
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in regulated medical manufacturing environment
- Experience organizing and leading technical reviews
- Experience with ERP systems (IFS preferred)
- Lean or continuous improvement experience
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting pay range: $70,000–$95,000 annually
- Eligible to participate in the company bonus program
- Comprehensive benefits for employees and families, including medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA options, retirement plan, and disability coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays, plus applicable state/local leave policies
- Actual pay will be based on factors such as experience, education, certifications, and local labor market conditions
Location & Worksite
- Worksite: Big Lake, MN (onsite at one of the client’s Minnesota facilities; occasional travel between sites may be required)
- Employment type: Full-time
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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