About the Role

You will work closely with Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, Planning, Production, and Quality to assess customer requirements, determine manufacturing costs, and prepare quotations that balance competitiveness, profitability, and achievable delivery commitments.

Key Responsibilities

- Review customer requests for quotation (RFQs), engineering drawings, specifications, quantities, and delivery requirements.
- Identify missing information and clarify technical or commercial requirements with customers and internal teams.
- Develop cost estimates covering raw materials, machining, setup, labour, outside processing, inspection, tooling, and other applicable costs.
- Assess material utilization, scrap allowances, production quantities, and manufacturing methods when preparing estimates.
- Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations for materials, special processes, and subcontracted work.
- Coordinate with Engineering and Production to confirm manufacturing feasibility, process requirements, and estimated production times.
- Work with Purchasing and Planning to establish realistic material and production lead times.
- Prepare and submit customer quotations in line with company pricing guidelines and approval requirements.
- Follow up on outstanding quotations, respond to customer questions, and maintain accurate RFQ and quotation records.
- Review incoming purchase orders against quotations to identify differences in pricing, quantities, drawing revisions, delivery dates, and requirements.
- Support a clear handover of awarded work to order entry, planning, and production teams.




- Compare estimated costs with actual manufacturing results and help improve estimating accuracy.
- Maintain organized records in the company’s ERP system and quotation tracking tools.

Qualifications

- Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field; equivalent practical manufacturing experience will also be considered.
- Ideally, 2 or more years of experience in estimating, technical sales, manufacturing engineering, CNC programming, or a related manufacturing role.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, dimensional tolerances, material specifications, and GD&T.;
- Understanding of machining and manufacturing processes, setup requirements, and production cost drivers.
- Solid numerical, analytical, and organizational skills with close attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using an ERP or manufacturing management system.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to discuss technical requirements with customers and suppliers.
- Ability to manage multiple quotations, prioritize deadlines, and work collaboratively across departments.

Preferred Experience

- Aerospace manufacturing, precision components, shims, or sheet metal parts.
- Familiarity with aerospace materials, surface treatments, special processes, and quality documentation requirements.
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV or Business Central.
- Background in CNC machining, CAD/CAM, or production planning.

Pay: $23.00-$27.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Sales Estimator (Cambridge)
🏢 Shimco North America
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