Technical Cost Estimator (CNC machining/precision manufacturing exp. req.)
Location: Mississauga, ON
Salary: CAD $65,000-$75,000+ (DOE) + Benefits
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, PTO + On-site Parking
Job Type: Full-Time; In office; Overtime paid after 44 hours
Typical Hours: Monday-Friday; 40-44 hours weekly
Travel: local day trips to suppliers on rare occasion
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available; legal authorization to work in Canada is required
Technical Cost Estimator (CNC machining/precision manufacturing exp. req.) Description Our client in precision manufacturing is looking for a Technical Cost Estimator to join their team in Mississauga, ON. You will turn engineering drawings and customer RFQs into cost models covering materials, CNC operations, tooling, labor, and outside processing. This role requires hands-on knowledge of CNC milling and turning, the ability to interpret GD&T; drawings, and experience calculating manufacturing costs or process requirements. Candidates from estimating, process planning, manufacturing engineering, programming, or machining backgrounds will be considered. You will manage five to ten active RFQs, typically completing each within one to two weeks. Success requires sound numerical judgment, close attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate with engineering, production, purchasing, and suppliers. This is an opportunity to influence high-value,



long-term manufacturing programs and potentially grow into a department leadership role.
Technical Cost Estimator (CNC machining/precision manufacturing exp. req.) Responsibilities Translate drawings and specifications into complete manufacturing cost models
Calculate material, labor, setup, tooling, inspection, and machining costs
Estimate CNC milling and turning cycle times using drawings and shop data
Map practical operation sequences with engineering and production teams
Identify raw material and outside-processing needs for each opportunity
Request and assess supplier pricing, capability, and turnaround times
Build quotations in Excel and recommend pricing for management approval
Track several RFQs while meeting one-to-two-week response targets
Compare completed work with estimates to improve future quote accuracy
Maintain current pricing, assumptions, revisions, and job data in company systems
Technical Cost Estimator (CNC machining/precision manufacturing exp. req.) Qualifications Quoting or cost estimating in precision manufacturing experience required
CNC milling and turning process knowledge required
Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret GD&T; required
Knowledge of cycle-times, tooling, and outside-processing required
Proficiency with Microsoft 365, specifically Excel, required

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📌 Technical Cost Estimator (CNC machining/precision manufacturing exp. req.) (Ontario)
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