Quoting/Costing Engineer

Apply Description Position Summary: The Quoting Engineer supports WLS Stamping's Business Development team by preparing accurate, competitive cost estimates for metal stamping and fabrication work. Working closely with engineering, tooling, and production, this entry-level role reviews customer prints and RFQs, calculates material, tooling, and labor costs, and helps convert inquiries into won business. This is a strong opportunity for an early-career candidate to build a broad, hands-on understanding of metal stamping and fabrication processes. Duties and Responsibilities: • Review customer RFQs, prints, specifications, and 3D models to determine the scope of work for stamped and fabricated metal parts. • Prepare detailed, accurate cost estimates, including raw material, tooling, secondary operations (welding, finishing, assembly), and labor. • Obtain and compare vendor quotes for outside processing, raw materials, and tooling as needed. • Build and track quotes using the company's quoting/estimating software and ERP system through to completion. • Collaborate with engineering, tooling, and production teams to evaluate manufacturability and identify cost-saving opportunities. • Communicate with customers to clarify RFQ requirements and answer basic technical questions during the quoting process. • Maintain accurate quote records, follow up on outstanding quotes, and help track win/loss results. • Support the Business Development team with quote turnaround, proposal preparation, and pricing strategy. • Learn and apply knowledge of press capabilities, tooling design, and fabrication processes (laser cutting, forming, welding) to quoting work. • Assist with special costing projects, price list updates, and continuous improvement of the quoting process. Requirements • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered. •2+ years of experience in a manufacturing, quoting, estimating, or engineering support role; internship experience in metal stamping or fabrication is a plus. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and 3D CAD models, or strong aptitude to learn. • Basic understanding of metal stamping and fabrication processes (progressive dies, laser cutting, press brake forming, welding), or willingness to learn on the job. • Strong math and analytical skills, with comfort working through cost calculations and spreadsheets. • Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP or quoting software is a plus. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple quotes and deadlines at once. Self-motivated, curious, and comfortable asking questions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Salary Description $60,000.00- $80,000.00