Estimator

Estimator Rochester, NY ( Job Type Full-time Description BASIC PURPOSE: u00b7 Create detailed cost estimates for the creation of customer quotations for injection mold tooling, injection molded products, and value added assemblies. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: u00b7Estimating & Quoting o Prepare detailed cost estimates for injection molded parts, including: Tooling (new molds, modifications, transfers) Piece-part pricing Secondary operations (assembly, pad printing, ultrasonic welding, etc.) o Analyze customer RFQs, drawings, CAD models, and specifications o Develop pricing based on material costs, cycle time, press size, labor, overhead, and margin targets o Support quick-turn and formal quote requests u00b7Engineering & Technical Analysis o Review part designs for manufacturability (DFM) o Estimate mold complexity, cavitation, hot runner vs. cold runner, and tooling lead times o Recommend process assumptions, material alternatives, and cost-reduction opportunities o Collaborate with tooling vendors and internal mold design teams u00b7Cross-Functional Collaboration o Work with sales to clarify customer requirements and pricing strategy o Coordinate with manufacturing, tooling, and supply chain teams to validate assumptions o Support customer technical discussions as needed u00b7Cost Management & Data Accuracy o Maintain estimating models, cost databases, and historical pricing o Track quote accuracy and provide post-launch cost feedback o Assist with cost-down initiatives and re-quotes for production programs Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: Required u00b7 3+ years of experience in injection molding estimating, process engineering, or manufacturing engineering u00b7 Strong understanding of injection molding processes, materials, and tooling u00b7 Ability to interpret engineering drawings and 3D CAD models u00b7 Proficiency with Excel and estimating or ERP systems u00b7 Strong analytical and communication skills Preferred u00b7 Experience estimating multi-cavity, hot runner, or high-volume production tools u00b7 Familiarity with automotive, medical, consumer, or industrial molded products u00b7 Experience working with domestic and offshore tooling suppliers u00b7 Background in mold design, processing, or project management Salary Description 85,000-110,000

Created: 2026-03-07