Mission: Transform the manual and unacceptably slow Excel-based estimating process at ATACO Steel Products Corp into a streamlined and efficient system, reducing the time to quote most jobs to under 24 hours.

Outcomes:

1. Streamline Quoting Process: Develop and implement a more efficient quoting system using Excel and other tools to reduce quote turnaround time to under 24 hours.
2. Enhance Collaboration: Coordinate with internal and external resources to improve overall efficiency.
3. Plant Engagement: Spend significant time in the plant to understand production processes, ensuring accurate and feasible quotes.
4. Drive Change: Lead initiatives for continuous improvement in the estimating process, introducing innovative solutions to enhance productivity.
5. Cross-functional Involvement: Participate in other engineering activities during slower periods to broaden skill set and support the engineering team.
6. Program Launch: Launch a program to outsource part of the quoting process, ensuring seamless integration and collaboration.
7. Software Recommendation: Recommend and implement software solutions to streamline and automate the quoting process. The investigation of AI tools is absolutely encouraged.

Competencies:

1. SolidWorks Proficiency: Strong experience in using SolidWorks software.
2. Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze historical data and prepare detailed cost estimates.
3. Office 365 Proficiency: Advanced skills in Excel for manual quoting processes, with a vision to automate and streamline. Working knowledge of Word, Access, Powerpoint is expected. Knowledge and skills in newer tools such as Power Automate a plus!
4. Initiative and Drive: Demonstrated enthusiasm for taking responsibility, driving change, and achieving continuous improvement.
5. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and external partners.
6. Flexibility: Willingness to spend time in the plant and adapt to varying work demands.
7. Collaboration: Ability to work well with international teams and coordinate effectively to meet objectives.

Full Job Description:

Join our dynamic team at ATACO Steel Products Corp, a leader in metal stamping and fabrication. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Estimating Engineer to support our growth and drive improvements in our quoting process.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze historical company data related to work-center capabilities and capacity
• Collect quotes from subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers
• Prepare detailed cost estimates utilizing Excel and other software templates
• Develop and implement a more efficient quoting system to reduce quote turnaround time to under 24 hours
• Plan, hand-off, and delegate awarded new programs as necessary
• Communicate project status to customers effectively
• Develop and maintain accurate procedural documents
• Spend significant time in the plant to understand production processes and ensure accurate quotes
• Participate in other engineering activities during slower periods
• Launch a program to outsource part of the quoting process
• Recommend and implement software solutions to streamline and automate the quoting process

Requirements:

Essential Requirements:

• A degree in Engineering or equivalent manufacturing experience
• Proficient in SolidWorks and Microsoft Office suite, including Excel
• Strong organizational and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment and work well under pressure
• Demonstrated initiative and excitement to drive change and continuous improvement
• Comfortable spending time in a manufacturing plant.
• Adhere to ATACO Amazing Fundamentals

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with cost estimating and using cost estimating software
• Experience in a metal stamping or fabrication facility (preferred but not required)

Benefits:

• 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and Long term disability
• Life insurance coverage
• Paid time off (PTO)

Schedule:

• Full-time position, primarily day shift hours ½ day Friday
• Primarily onsite; occasional remote work allowed