Estimator / Engineering Support

ARCH•Athol, MA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for responding to RFQs quickly and accurately, partnering with Sales, Engineering, and Supply Chain to gather necessary details, and preparing documentation for quote reviews. The position involves obtaining and evaluating supplier quotes, facilitating quote reviews, finalizing and entering quotes, and maintaining the quotes database. Additionally, the role requires monitoring job performance, analyzing win/loss trends, and sharing updates on new customers and projects. The estimator will use market intelligence and internal financial data to create competitive and profitable quotes.

Requirements

Proven ability to manage multiple RFQs under tight timelines.
Strong communication skills for cross-department collaboration.
Experience in quoting, estimating, or related roles within manufacturing, engineering, or supply chain.
Analytical skills to interpret market trends and financial data for strategic pricing.
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Associates degree preferred but not required
4+ years in a similar role within CNC/precision manufacturing
Previous experience in print interpretation, quality systems and ISO/relevant standards
Previous customer service experience
Must have experience with 2D CAD drawing
Ability to write professionally for multiple outlets that conform to prescribed style and format
Ability to verbally communicate effectively
The ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
The ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule for
Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, Visio)
Experience with ERP system

Nice To Haves

Experience with CAD software preferred

Responsibilities

Respond to RFQs quickly and accurately, meeting or beating deadlines.
Partner closely with Sales, Engineering, and Supply Chain to gather all technical and commercial details needed for quotes.
Prepare and organize all documentation for Quote Review sessions.
Obtain and evaluate external supplier quotes to support competitive pricing.
Schedule and facilitate Quote Reviews with senior leadership, ensuring follow-up actions are completed.
Finalize and enter quotes into our system, then communicate results to customers ahead of deadlines.
Keep the quotes database current and well-organized.
Monitor and report on jobs won and lost, providing regular updates to management.
Analyze win/loss trends to refine and improve the quoting process.
Share updates on new customers and projects across the organization to keep everyone informed.
Use market intelligence and internal financial data to create quotes that are both competitive and profitable.
Understand internal financial resources and use data when quoting.